1991 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1964 Jaguar MK 10
To start off, 1991 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar MK 10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar MK 10 would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. (177 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK 10 should accelerate faster than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK 10 weights approximately 43 kg more than 1991 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1991 Buick Roadmaster (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK 10. (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK 10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Buick Roadmaster | 1964 Jaguar MK 10 | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Roadmaster | MK 10 |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1883 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 3050 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 90 L |
