1973 Jaguar XJ vs. 1973 Buick Century
To start off, both 1973 Jaguar XJ and 1973 Buick Century were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,462 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Buick Century. (250 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1973 Buick Century.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jaguar XJ | 1973 Buick Century | |
| Make | Jaguar | Buick |
| Model | XJ | Century |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5344 cc | 7462 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 251 HP | 250 HP |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
