1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1959 Nissan 211
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Nissan 211. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Nissan 211 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 257 more horse power than 1959 Nissan 211. (34 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Nissan 211. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 728 kg more than 1959 Nissan 211. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Nissan 211. (66 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Nissan 211.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Jaguar XK8 | 1959 Nissan 211 | |
Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
Model | XK8 | 211 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 291 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 393 Nm | 66 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2230 mm |