1955 Buick 40 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJR is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,277 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJR (370 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 112 kg more than 1955 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, 1998 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 1998 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | 40 | XJR |
Year Released | 1955 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 4000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 370 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1837 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2880 mm |