1951 Buick 40 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 62 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 (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 384 more horse power than 1951 Buick 40. (119 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 165 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 333 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick 40 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | 40 | XK |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 503 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 625 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 93 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1800 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2032 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2752 mm |