1969 Buick GS vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 35 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 95 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (525 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS. 2004 Jaguar S-Type 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. 2004 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | GS | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1725 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2920 mm |
