2008 Jaguar XJ8 vs. 1973 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (127 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 550 kg more than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. 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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Toyota 2000GT. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1973 Toyota 2000GT has manual transmission. 1973 Toyota 2000GT will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XJ8 | 1973 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Jaguar | Toyota |
| Model | XJ8 | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1987 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5220 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 60 L |
