1951 Buick LeSabre vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 62 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1951 Buick LeSabre. (335 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1951 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 147 kg more than 1951 Buick LeSabre. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 XJ (575 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Buick LeSabre. (517 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Buick LeSabre | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | LeSabre | XJ |
Year Released | 1951 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Horse Power | 335 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 517 Nm | 575 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1723 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 3157 mm |