1960 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 210 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Jaguar MK IX | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | MK IX | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.6 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 71 L |
