1952 Austin A 30 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 261 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 30. (29 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1952 Austin A 30. 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 30. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1952 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1952 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 30 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 30 | XK |
Year Released | 1952 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 803 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 29 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 86 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1700 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |