1998 Buick LeSabre vs. 1958 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Buick LeSabre is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Buick LeSabre. (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 14 kg more than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Because 1958 Jaguar XK 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 1958 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Buick LeSabre, 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, 1998 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick LeSabre | 1958 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | LeSabre | XK |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 202 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1476 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
