1969 Buick GS vs. 1970 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1970 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 56 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 310 kg more than 1970 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. (357 Nm). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1970 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | GS | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 92.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
