1979 Buick Century vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Century would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 209 kg more than 1979 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 XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 2007 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Century | XJ8 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1639 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 5220 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3170 mm |