1988 Buick Electra vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Electra would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1988 Buick Electra. (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 270 kg more than 1988 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Jaguar XF 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 XF. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Electra, 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 XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Electra. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Electra | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Electra | XF |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2908 mm |
