2001 Jaguar XK8 vs. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom
To start off, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is newer by 10 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. At 6,700 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (453 HP @ 5350 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK8. (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom weights approximately 920 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XK8. 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, 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom (719 Nm) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XK8. (542 Nm). This means 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Jaguar XK8 | 2011 Rolls-Royce Phantom | |
Make | Jaguar | Rolls-Royce |
Model | XK8 | Phantom |
Year Released | 2001 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 6700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 390 HP | 453 HP |
Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5350 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 719 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 2630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5839 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1989 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1638 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 3571 mm |