1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1992 Buick Park Avenue
To start off, 1992 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Buick Park Avenue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (242 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 351 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1952 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1952 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Buick Park Avenue, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1992 Buick Park Avenue (380 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Buick Park Avenue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Jaguar XK | 1992 Buick Park Avenue | |
| Make | Jaguar | Buick |
| Model | XK | Park Avenue |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1646 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 68 L |
