1954 Buick 40 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 52 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 128 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1848 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2590 mm |
