1947 Austin 16 vs. 1964 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1964 Jaguar MK II is newer by 17 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 2,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 170 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, 1964 Jaguar MK II (196 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1964 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 16 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
