1976 Buick Electra vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra.
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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Buick Electra | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Electra | XKR |
Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5940 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2060 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |