1951 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XF (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 351 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XF weights approximately 318 kg more than 1951 Buick 40. 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (574 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | 40 | XF |
Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 574 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1877 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2908 mm |