1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1954 Oldsmobile 88
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Oldsmobile 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Oldsmobile 88 would be higher. At 5,320 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Oldsmobile 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. (168 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1954 Oldsmobile 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 weights approximately 17 kg more than 1996 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, 1954 Oldsmobile 88 (407 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK8. 1996 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1954 Oldsmobile 88 has manual transmission. 1954 Oldsmobile 88 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1954 Oldsmobile 88 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
| Model | XK8 | 88 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5320 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3110 mm |
