1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 2010 Buick LaCrosse
To start off, 2010 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar Sovereign would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Buick LaCrosse, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Buick LaCrosse. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1972 Jaguar Sovereign will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Buick LaCrosse.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 2010 Buick LaCrosse | |
Make | Jaguar | Buick |
Model | Sovereign | LaCrosse |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6700 RPM |
Torque | 433 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5001 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1857 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1504 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2837 mm |