1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas weights approximately 35 kg more than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas (394 Nm) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm). This means 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar Vanden Plas | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | Vanden Plas | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3050 mm |
