2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1965 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II 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 180 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1965 Jaguar MK II. 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 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1965 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XK8 | MK II |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1685 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.3 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 63 L |
