1979 Buick Regal vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,348 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1979 Buick Regal. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 215 kg more than 1979 Buick Regal. 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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Regal. (285 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Regal | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Regal | XK8 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4348 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2590 mm |