1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1952 Jaguar XK is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 25 kg more than 1948 Austin A 70. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 70 | XK |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
