1996 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1972 Jensen Healey
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Healey 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 153 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Healey. (138 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 688 kg more than 1972 Jensen Healey. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Healey. (176 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Healey. 1996 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1972 Jensen Healey has manual transmission. 1972 Jensen Healey 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 | 1972 Jensen Healey | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XK8 | Healey |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6150 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 95.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 69.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.7:1 | 8.4:1 |
| Top Speed | 251 km/hour | 192 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1653 kg | 965 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 50 L |
