2006 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1973 Nissan Skyline
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Nissan Skyline. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Nissan Skyline would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (135 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Nissan Skyline. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 538 kg more than 1973 Nissan Skyline. 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 (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Nissan Skyline. (180 Nm @ 5600 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Nissan Skyline.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Jaguar XJ8 | 1973 Nissan Skyline | |
| Make | Jaguar | Nissan |
| Model | XJ8 | Skyline |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3555 cc | 1989 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 135 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2620 mm |
