1947 Austin 16 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 57 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 2,722 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1947 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 442 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin 16 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 16 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 88 mm |
| Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 229 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 Weight | 1280 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 69 L |
