1950 Austin A 70 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJS is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 3,978 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJS (220 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 460 kg more than 1950 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:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 1992 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 70 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 3978 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1730 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
