1952 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40.
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, 2007 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Buick 40. (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Buick 40 | 2007 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | 40 | XK8 |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4066 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2080 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2760 mm |