1953 Austin A 30 vs. 2005 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XKR is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 363 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 1055 kg more than 1953 Austin A 30. 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, 2005 Jaguar XKR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 471 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 30. 2005 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1953 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1953 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 30 | 2005 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 30 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 802 cc | 4193 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 28 HP | 391 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 75 L |
