1977 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,199 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. 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 XK8 (412 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba. (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Chrysler Cordoba.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Cordoba | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jaguar |
| Model | Cordoba | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5199 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2590 mm |
