1969 Buick GS vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 42 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1969 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1969 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 205 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Buick GS. (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Buick GS. 2011 Jaguar XJ 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. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | GS | XJ |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3033 mm |
