2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1961 Volvo 120
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP) has 242 more horse power than 1961 Volvo 120. (59 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1961 Volvo 120. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 640 kg more than 1961 Volvo 120. 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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 305 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Volvo 120. (115 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Volvo 120.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK8 | 1961 Volvo 120 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK8 | 120 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 45 L |
