1946 Austin 16 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJR is newer by 43 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 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1946 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1946 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 520 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, 1989 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1946 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1946 Austin 16. 1989 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1946 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1946 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1946 Austin 16 | 1989 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 16 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1946 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 91 L |
