2005 Jaguar XJ vs. 1975 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (241 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1975 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1975 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 35 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
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, 1975 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1975 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Jaguar XJ | 1975 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Jaguar | Avanti |
Model | XJ | Avanti |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 241 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1545 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3170 mm | 2780 mm |