1976 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 2012 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,444 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XK (550 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 315 kg more than 2012 Jaguar XK.
Because 2012 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jaguar XK (680 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Oldsmobile Toronado | 2012 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | Jaguar |
| Model | Toronado | XK |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7444 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 550 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 518 Nm | 680 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1311 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 61 L |
