1947 Austin A 110 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 58 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1947 Austin A 110. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK8 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 130 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK8.
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, 2005 Jaguar XK8 (411 Nm) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Austin A 110. (287 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Austin A 110. 2005 Jaguar XK8 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. 2005 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Austin A 110 | 2005 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 110 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| 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 | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
