2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1972 Volvo 140
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Volvo 140. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Volvo 140 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 204 more horse power than 1972 Volvo 140. (97 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Volvo 140. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 Volvo 140. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Volvo 140. (153 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Volvo 140.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK8 | 1972 Volvo 140 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Volvo |
| Model | XK8 | 140 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 153 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2610 mm |
