1998 Jaguar XKR vs. 1958 Rover P5
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 40 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), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1958 Rover P5. (106 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1958 Rover P5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 142 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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 319 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Rover P5. (222 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Rover P5. 1998 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1958 Rover P5 has manual transmission. 1958 Rover P5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Jaguar XKR | 1958 Rover P5 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XKR | P5 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 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 | 370 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 541 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
