1956 Buick 40 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 55 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, 2011 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1956 Buick 40. (217 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1956 Buick 40.
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 XF (500 Nm) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Buick 40. (433 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Buick 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | XF |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1877 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2908 mm |
