2008 Jaguar XF vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XF is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XF (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
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 Jaguar XF (411 Nm) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 2008 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jaguar |
| Model | XF | XK8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
