2004 Buick LaCrosse vs. 1967 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2004 Buick LaCrosse is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LaCrosse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (238 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Buick LaCrosse should accelerate faster than 1967 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 5 kg more than 2004 Buick LaCrosse.
Because 1967 Jaguar Type S 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 1967 Jaguar Type S. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick LaCrosse (311 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Buick LaCrosse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LaCrosse | 1967 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | LaCrosse | Type S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3564 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2740 mm |
