1950 Austin A 70 vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 61 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 447 more horse power than 1950 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 672 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. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1950 Austin A 70 has manual transmission. 1950 Austin A 70 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Austin A 70 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 70 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| 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 | 1942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 5123 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1448 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3033 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 82 L |
