1977 Buick Estate vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate.
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 XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Estate.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick Estate | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Estate | XJ |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4196 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 |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3170 mm |