2000 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1966 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2000 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 342 kg more than 2000 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1966 Jaguar MK X 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 1966 Jaguar MK X. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Buick LaCrosse, 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, 2000 Buick LaCrosse (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Buick LaCrosse | 1966 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | LaCrosse | MK X |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4200 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 261 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1554 kg | 1896 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2900 mm |
