1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Rover P5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Rover P5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 73 kg more than 1958 Rover P5. 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1958 Rover P5 | |
Make | Jaguar | Rover |
Model | XK8 | P5 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 222 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.8:1 |
Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2820 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |