2008 Jaguar XK vs. 1967 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mini Countryman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mini Countryman would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1967 Mini Countryman. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 Mini Countryman. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1075 kg more than 1967 Mini Countryman. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1967 Mini Countryman, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XK (421 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 361 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mini Countryman. (60 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mini Countryman. 2008 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1967 Mini Countryman has manual transmission. 1967 Mini Countryman will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Jaguar XK | 1967 Mini Countryman | |
Make | Jaguar | Mini |
Model | XK | Countryman |
Year Released | 2008 | 1967 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 848 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 34 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 421 Nm | 60 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1735 kg | 660 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 3310 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2140 mm |