1971 Buick Centurion vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1971 Buick Centurion. (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Buick Centurion weights approximately 360 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
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, 1971 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Buick Centurion | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Centurion | XK8 |
Year Released | 1971 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2590 mm |