1948 Austin 16 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 54 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1948 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 430 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin 16. (146 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin 16. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin 16 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin 16 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin 16 | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | 16 | XJ |
Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2880 mm |