2007 Jaguar XJR vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1956 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XJR | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XJR | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 554 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 77 L |
