1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1980 Buick LeSabre is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1980 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 185 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1958 Jaguar MK VIII (291 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Buick LeSabre. (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 1958 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | LeSabre | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1980 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |