1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 54 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 734 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (335 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (79 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type 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 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1952 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1199 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
Top Speed | 113 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2920 mm |