1986 Buick Regal vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1986 Buick Regal is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 195 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 158 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Regal | XK |
Year Released | 1986 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 63 L |