1954 Buick 40 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 17 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (148 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Buick 40 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1499 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
