2007 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1976 Seat 124
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Seat 124. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Seat 124 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 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 230 more horse power than 1976 Seat 124. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Seat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 915 kg more than 1976 Seat 124. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (412 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 322 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Seat 124. (90 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Seat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar XK8 | 1976 Seat 124 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Seat |
| Model | XK8 | 124 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 412 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1845 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2430 mm |
