1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 244 kg more than 1977 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Avanti Avanti.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
| Make | Jaguar | Avanti |
| Model | XJR | Avanti |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1977 |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 6570 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 442 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 1580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
