1955 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 56 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 276 more horse power than 1955 Buick 40. (234 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1955 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 217 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Buick 40. (447 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
1955 Buick 40 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | 40 | XJ |
Year Released | 1955 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5277 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 234 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1942 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3033 mm |