1953 Austin A 40 vs. 1973 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1973 Jaguar XJ is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1973 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jaguar XJ (251 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 803 kg more than 1953 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, 1973 Jaguar XJ (409 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1973 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 40 | 1973 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | XJ |
Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1200 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 409 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1032 kg | 1835 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2770 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 90 L |