1949 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 56 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (241 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1949 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1949 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 275 kg more than 1949 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. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1949 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1949 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Austin A 70 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 70 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 241 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1545 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 85 L |
