1948 Austin A 70 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 64 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 322 more horse power than 1948 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1948 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 604 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. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1948 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1948 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Austin A 70 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 70 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 134 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1874 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
