1977 Buick Regal 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 Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (400 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1977 Buick Regal. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1977 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 195 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (553 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Buick Regal. (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Regal | XJ |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1665 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3040 mm |
