1977 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. (165 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 129 kg more than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro. (358 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jaguar |
| Model | Camaro | XK |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5735 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 358 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
