2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (600 HP) has 348 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 weights approximately 554 kg more than 1966 Jaguar MK X. 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, 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 (651 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm). This means 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Bentley Exp Speed 8 | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Bentley | Jaguar |
| Model | Exp Speed 8 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3598 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 252 HP |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2450 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2900 mm |
