1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XJ is newer by 52 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 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 199 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 545 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, 2004 Jaguar XJ (279 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2004 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | XJ |
Year Released | 1952 | 2004 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 279 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 79.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 3040 mm |