2006 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1265 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. 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 XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK8 | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
Model | XK8 | Publica |
Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 697 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 29 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 54 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 22.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2140 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 75 L |