2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1948 Oldsmobile 66
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Oldsmobile 66. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Oldsmobile 66 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. (100 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1948 Oldsmobile 66. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Oldsmobile 66 weights approximately 60 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XJ8.
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.
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2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1948 Oldsmobile 66 | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | XJ8 | 66 |
Year Released | 2006 | 1948 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4195 cc | 3902 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 88.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 104.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3030 mm |