2002 Jaguar XK8 vs. 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 24 kg more than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Jaguar XK8 | 1976 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight | |
Make | Jaguar | Oldsmobile |
Model | XK8 | Eighty-Eight |
Year Released | 2002 | 1976 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5736 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2960 mm |