1974 Buick GS vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK 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 XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1974 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1974 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 80 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.
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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Buick GS. (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK 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 XK | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | GS | XK |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2752 mm |
