1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 411 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
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 XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Buick Centurion | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Centurion | XJ |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 3040 mm |
