1948 Buick 40 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,249 cc (8 cylinders), 1948 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1948 Buick 40. (142 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1948 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Buick 40 weights approximately 183 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Buick 40 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5249 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 109.5 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1848 kg | 1665 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |
