1951 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 235 more horse power than 1951 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1951 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 430 kg more than 1951 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. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Austin A 70 | 2007 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 70 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1951 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2070 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 70 L |