1973 Buick Centurion vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Buick Centurion. (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Centurion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Buick Centurion weights approximately 356 kg more than 2009 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, 1973 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1973 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Buick Centurion | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Centurion | XK |
Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 294 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 411 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2076 kg | 1720 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2760 mm |