1979 Buick Century vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1979 Buick Century is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1979 Buick Century. (104 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Century weights approximately 135 kg more than 1948 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (275 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Buick Century. (218 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Century | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Century | XK |
Year Released | 1979 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3214 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 104 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2600 mm |