1976 Chrysler Valiant vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 5,209 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (295 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. (227 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Valiant. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Chrysler Valiant (470 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Jaguar XK8. (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Jaguar XK8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Valiant | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Valiant | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5209 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 470 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2590 mm |
