2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (89 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 180 kg more than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. 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 XK8 (542 Nm) has 355 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. (187 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Willys-Overland Rural.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK8 | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
| Make | Jaguar | Willys-Overland |
| Model | XK8 | Rural |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2660 mm |
