1977 Buick Electra vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,730 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Buick Electra. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Electra weights approximately 101 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
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 XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Electra. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Electra | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Electra | XJ |
Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5730 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 3040 mm |