2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2008 TVR T 350
To start off, 2008 TVR T 350 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. Both 2001 Jaguar XK8 and 2008 TVR T 350 are equipped with a 3,996 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 2008 TVR T 350. (345 HP @ 7200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 2008 TVR T 350. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 480 kg more than 2008 TVR T 350. 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 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 TVR T 350. (392 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 TVR T 350. 2001 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2008 TVR T 350 has manual transmission. 2008 TVR T 350 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Jaguar XK8 | 2008 TVR T 350 | |
| Make | Jaguar | TVR |
| Model | XK8 | T 350 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 390 HP | 345 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1230 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2370 mm |
