2008 Chevrolet Lumina vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Lumina is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 23 kg more than 2008 Chevrolet Lumina.
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, 2008 Chevrolet Lumina (530 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Lumina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Lumina | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Lumina | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 220 HP |
| Torque | 530 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1782 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
