2008 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1972 Rover P5B
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B 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 142 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1972 Rover P5B. 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XK8 | 1972 Rover P5B | |
| Make | Jaguar | Rover |
| Model | XK8 | P5B |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3528 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2820 mm |
