1947 Austin A 110 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 55 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 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 360 kg more than 2002 Jaguar XJ8.
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, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 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. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 110 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
