1977 Buick Estate vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1977 Buick Estate. (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Estate. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Buick Estate weights approximately 45 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 135 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Estate. (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 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 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Estate | XJ |
Year Released | 1977 | 2011 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 153 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5510 mm | 5123 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1448 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3033 mm |