1987 Buick Regal vs. 1953 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar C-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (217 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1987 Buick Regal. (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar C-Type should accelerate faster than 1987 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 355 kg more than 1953 Jaguar C-Type.
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, 1953 Jaguar C-Type (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar C-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1953 Jaguar C-Type | |
Make | Buick | Jaguar |
Model | Regal | C-Type |
Year Released | 1987 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 330 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1015 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 3990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2450 mm |