2006 Jaguar XK vs. 1977 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XK is newer by 29 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, 2006 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1977 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1977 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XK weights approximately 268 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, 1977 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1977 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Jaguar XK | 1977 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Jaguar | Avanti |
Model | XK | Avanti |
Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
Engine Size | 4196 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 294 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 411 Nm | 442 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2780 mm |