2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1965 Renault 10
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Renault 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Renault 10 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 258 more horse power than 1965 Renault 10. (42 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1965 Renault 10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 935 kg more than 1965 Renault 10. 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, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Renault 10. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Renault 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1965 Renault 10 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Renault |
| Model | XJ8 | 10 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1108 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 42 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.3:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2280 mm |
