2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1953 Studebaker Commander
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Studebaker Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Studebaker Commander would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1953 Studebaker Commander. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 42 kg more than 1953 Studebaker Commander. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Studebaker Commander. (258 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Studebaker Commander.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ | 1953 Studebaker Commander | |
| Make | Jaguar | Studebaker |
| Model | XJ | Commander |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1953 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3809 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.1:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 245 km/hour | 145 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 Weight | 1734 kg | 1692 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 3070 mm |
