1969 Buick GS vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 30 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 Buick GS. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XK. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1969 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1969 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | GS | XK |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 97.8 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2600 mm |
