1979 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,736 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (187 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1979 Buick Electra. (104 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Electra.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Electra. (274 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Electra | XF |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5736 cc | 2200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 274 Nm | 450 Nm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2908 mm |