1949 Austin A 70 vs. 1964 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1964 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Austin A 70 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1964 Jaguar E-Type.
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:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 1964 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 70 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1964 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 63 L |
