1976 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2008 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XKR is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (148 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 10 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XKR.
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 XKR (561 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 228 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice. (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Chevrolet Caprice | 2008 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
Model | Caprice | XKR |
Year Released | 1976 | 2008 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 561 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2020 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |