1952 Buick 40 vs. 2009 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2009 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 57 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 4,066 cc (8 cylinders), 1952 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar X-Type (194 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1952 Buick 40. (118 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1952 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Buick 40 weights approximately 80 kg more than 2009 Jaguar X-Type.
Because 2009 Jaguar X-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1952 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar X-Type 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, 1952 Buick 40 (292 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar X-Type. (241 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1952 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar X-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Buick 40 | 2009 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4066 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 194 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78.6 mm | 81.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1555 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2720 mm |
