1947 Austin 16 vs. 1971 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1971 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 24 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 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1971 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (272 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 219 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, 1971 Jaguar E-Type (420 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 274 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1971 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1971 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 16 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 272 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 224 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 81 L |
