1947 Austin 16 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 318 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 16 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 250 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 Length | 4350 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
