1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2002 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 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 249 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK weights approximately 570 kg more than 1952 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 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1952 Austin A 40 | 2002 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | XK |
Year Released | 1952 | 2002 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 10.7:1 |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 251 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |