1956 Buick 40 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 51 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 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 30 kg more than 1956 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, 2007 Jaguar XJR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 3040 mm |
