1947 Austin A 110 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Austin A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Austin A 110 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1947 Austin A 110 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1947 Austin A 110. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Austin A 110 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (387 Nm) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 1989 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1947 Austin A 110 has manual transmission. 1947 Austin A 110 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1989 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 110 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 387 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2600 mm |
