1949 Buick 40 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1949 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (235 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1949 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1949 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Buick 40 weights approximately 81 kg more than 2010 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Buick 40 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1614 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 3040 mm |
