1959 Buick Invicta vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Buick Invicta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Buick Invicta would be higher. At 6,576 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Buick Invicta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1959 Buick Invicta. (325 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Buick Invicta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Buick Invicta weights approximately 237 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK.
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, 1959 Buick Invicta (583 Nm) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (541 Nm). This means 1959 Buick Invicta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Buick Invicta | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Invicta | XK |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6576 cc | 4194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 583 Nm | 541 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 106.2 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.5 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1833 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5530 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |