1998 Buick Riviera vs. 2001 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 4,130 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1998 Buick Riviera. (125 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Riviera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 44 kg more than 1998 Buick Riviera. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Jaguar XK8 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 2001 Jaguar XK8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick Riviera, 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, 2001 Jaguar XK8 (542 Nm) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Buick Riviera. (287 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Buick Riviera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Riviera | 2001 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Riviera | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4130 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1666 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2720 mm |
