2007 Buick Lucerne vs. 1960 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 2007 Buick Lucerne is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 4,565 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Buick Lucerne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Buick Lucerne (275 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (220 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 255 kg more than 2007 Buick Lucerne.
Because 1960 Jaguar MK IX 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 1960 Jaguar MK IX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Buick Lucerne, 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, 2007 Buick Lucerne (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar MK IX. (330 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Buick Lucerne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar MK IX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Buick Lucerne | 1960 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Buick | Jaguar |
| Model | Lucerne | MK IX |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4565 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 275 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5170 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 90 L |
