1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK weights approximately 600 kg more than 1951 Austin A 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 40 | 2002 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | XK |
Year Released | 1951 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |