2005 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1969 Nissan Sunny
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 250 more horse power than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (44 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1969 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1969 Nissan Sunny. 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Nissan Sunny. (75 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Jaguar XK8 | 1969 Nissan Sunny | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XK8 | Sunny |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4194 cc | 988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 75 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1775 kg | 645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2290 mm |
