2001 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 (201 HP) has 154 more horse power than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 500 kg more than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. 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 Jaguar XJ8 (380 Nm) has 270 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton. (110 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XJ8 | 1956 Mercedes-Benz Ponton | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | XJ8 | Ponton |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
