1954 Buick 40 vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1967 Jaguar Type S is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 55 kg more than 1967 Jaguar Type S.
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, 1954 Buick 40 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Buick 40 | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | 40 | Type S |
Year Released | 1954 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4328 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1620 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2740 mm |