2004 Buick LeSabre vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 2004 Buick LeSabre is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2004 Buick LeSabre. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick LeSabre weights approximately 129 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Because 1959 Jaguar MK II 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 1959 Jaguar MK II. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Buick LeSabre (312 Nm) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (300 Nm). This means 2004 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick LeSabre | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | LeSabre | MK II |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 97.1 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1629 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
