1974 Buick GS vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 250 kg more than 1974 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 231 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Buick GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | GS | XJ |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3157 mm |
