1948 Austin 16 vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 404 kg more than 1948 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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | 16 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 121 km/hour | 234 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 | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 70 L |