1954 Buick 40 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 35 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 210 kg more than 1954 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1930 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
