1978 Avanti Avanti vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,568 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Avanti Avanti | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | Avanti | Jaguar |
| Model | Avanti | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Size | 6568 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 3170 mm |
