1954 Buick 40 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 38 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 104 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1992 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 333 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1824 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
