1978 Buick Century vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century 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 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 229 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. 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 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Century | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Century | XJ |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3213 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1659 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3170 mm |