1946 Austin 16 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1949 Jaguar MK V is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar MK V (103 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar MK V should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 462 kg more than 1946 Austin 16. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1949 Jaguar MK V (244 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Austin 16 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | 16 | MK V |
Year Released | 1946 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 103 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 7.3:1 |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 146 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1742 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |