1987 Buick Regal vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 375 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (135 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 621 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XJ is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2012 Jaguar XJ. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (244 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick Regal | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Regal | XJ |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2843 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 190 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1340 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 82 L |
