1957 Buick 40 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1957 Buick 40. (248 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1957 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 5 kg more than 1957 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, 1957 Buick 40 (515 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1957 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Buick 40 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | 40 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 248 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1795 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2600 mm |
