1948 Austin A 70 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1958 Jaguar MK IX is newer by 10 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 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 535 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 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 70 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 87.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2900 mm |
