1955 Buick 40 vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1955 Buick 40 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Buick 40 (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Buick 40 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1951 Jaguar MK V. 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, 1955 Buick 40 (447 Nm) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 1955 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Buick 40 | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | MK V |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5277 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 234 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1650 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2900 mm |
