1970 Buick Centurion vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1970 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 252 kg more than 2003 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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Buick Centurion. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Buick Centurion.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Centurion | XK |
Year Released | 1970 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2600 mm |