1976 Avanti Avanti vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ6

To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1976 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1976 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 35 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ6.

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, 1976 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. (300 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ6. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 has automatic transmission and 1976 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1976 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XJ6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Avanti Avanti 2007 Jaguar XJ6
Make Avanti Jaguar
Model Avanti XJ6
Year Released 1976 2007
Engine Size 6570 cc 2966 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 177 HP 240 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6800 RPM
Torque 442 Nm 300 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1580 kg 1545 kg
Vehicle Length 4910 mm 5100 mm
Vehicle Width 1800 mm 2110 mm
Vehicle Height 1380 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2780 mm 3040 mm


 

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