2008 Jaguar XJ vs. 1979 Avanti Avanti
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1979 Avanti Avanti. (177 HP @ 3400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1979 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 104 kg more than 1979 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, 1979 Avanti Avanti (443 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1979 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Jaguar XJ | 1979 Avanti Avanti | |
Make | Jaguar | Avanti |
Model | XJ | Avanti |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Engine Size | 4200 cc | 6570 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 177 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Torque | 420 Nm | 443 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1580 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2110 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2780 mm |