1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 652 kg more than 1953 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin A 70. (157 Nm @ 1700 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Austin A 70 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 70 | XJS |
Year Released | 1953 | 1990 |
Body Type | Sedan | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 82 L |