1988 Buick Reatta vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1988 Buick Reatta is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1988 Buick Reatta. (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1988 Buick Reatta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 229 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Buick Reatta. (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Reatta | MK VIII |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 292 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1765 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 77 L |
