1956 Buick 40 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Buick 40 weights approximately 25 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jaguar E-Type. (412 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 412 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 70 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2670 mm |
