1978 Buick Regal vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1978 Buick Regal is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1978 Buick Regal. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 70 kg more than 1978 Buick Regal. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Regal. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Buick Regal | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Regal | MK II |
Year Released | 1978 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |