2003 Holden UTE vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2003 Holden UTE is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden UTE is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Holden UTE. (204 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2003 Holden UTE. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Holden UTE. 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, 2003 Holden UTE (305 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden UTE will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden UTE | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Holden | Jaguar |
| Model | UTE | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 204 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
