1977 Buick LeSabre 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 LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 29 kg more than 1977 Buick LeSabre. 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick LeSabre. (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Buick LeSabre | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | LeSabre | XJ |
Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 400 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 329 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2110 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3170 mm |