1976 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 166 kg more than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
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 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XJ8. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XJ8.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Electra | XJ8 |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6598 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3170 mm |