1948 Austin A 40 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (401 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 40.
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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 480 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Austin A 40 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | XJ |
Year Released | 1948 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 401 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 84 L |