2006 Chrysler 300 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2006 Chrysler 300 is newer by 48 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 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2006 Chrysler 300. (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 2006 Chrysler 300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 50 kg more than 1958 Jaguar MK VIII.
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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Chrysler 300. (258 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chrysler 300 | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | 300 | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 291 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 77 L |
