1954 Buick 40 vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 45 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-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 83 kg more than 1999 Jaguar S-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, 1954 Buick 40 (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 301 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1637 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2920 mm |
