1995 Buick Riviera vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1995 Buick Riviera is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Buick Riviera (240 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 90 kg more than 1995 Buick Riviera.
Because 1949 Jaguar Mark IV 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 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 Buick Riviera, 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, 1995 Buick Riviera (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1995 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. 1995 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 1949 Jaguar Mark IV has manual transmission. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Buick Riviera | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Riviera | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 387 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1680 mm |
