2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1959 Skoda Octavia
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Skoda Octavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Skoda Octavia would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (38 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1959 Skoda Octavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1959 Skoda Octavia. 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 XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 351 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Skoda Octavia. (69 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Skoda Octavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK8 | 1959 Skoda Octavia | |
| Make | Jaguar | Skoda |
| Model | XK8 | Octavia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 69 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 7.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 920 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2410 mm |
