1952 Austin A 70 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 55 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 354 more horse power than 1952 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1952 Austin A 70.
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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 70 | XKR |
Year Released | 1952 | 2007 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 79.5 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 71 L |