2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 5,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 909 kg more than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (488 Nm) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. (291 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Express | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5998 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2674 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 77 L |
