1954 Buick 40 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 58 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1954 Buick 40. (193 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1954 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 241 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Buick 40. (410 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 193 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1961 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3157 mm |
