2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1964 Volvo 120
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1964 Volvo 120. (86 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1964 Volvo 120. 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Volvo 120. (145 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1964 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK8 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 84.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1010 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 45 L |
