1972 Chevrolet Nomad vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Nomad is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 30 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Nomad. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1972 Chevrolet Nomad (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Nomad will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Chevrolet Nomad | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Nomad | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
