1952 Austin A 70 vs. 1970 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 1970 Jaguar E-Type is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,200 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (246 HP) has 180 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 40 kg more than 1952 Austin A 70. 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, 1970 Jaguar E-Type (357 Nm) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 1970 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1952 Austin A 70 | 1970 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 70 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 1952 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 92.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2440 mm |
