1971 Buick GS vs. 1997 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 100 more horse power than 1971 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1971 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Jaguar XK weights approximately 68 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK. 1997 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1971 Buick GS has manual transmission. 1971 Buick GS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Buick GS | 1997 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | GS | XK |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 3994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 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 | 2590 mm |
