1951 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 53 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 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 575 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | XJ |
Year Released | 1951 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 85 L |