2004 Buick Park Avenue vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2004 Buick Park Avenue is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Buick Park Avenue weights approximately 183 kg more than 1971 Jaguar E-Type.
Because 1971 Jaguar E-Type 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 1971 Jaguar E-Type. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Buick Park Avenue, 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. (312 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Buick Park Avenue. 2004 Buick Park Avenue has automatic transmission and 1971 Jaguar E-Type has manual transmission. 1971 Jaguar E-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Buick Park Avenue will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Buick Park Avenue | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Park Avenue | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1682 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5260 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 81 L |
