1947 Austin 16 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1961 Jaguar MK X is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin 16 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Jaguar MK X (261 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1961 Jaguar MK X should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 630 kg more than 1947 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, 1961 Jaguar MK X (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Jaguar MK X will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 16 | MK X |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
