1952 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 57 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 3,498 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 40. (38 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 750 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (353 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 273 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 40. (80 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | XK |
Year Released | 1952 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3498 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 254 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 80 Nm | 353 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 71 L |