1953 Austin A 70 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is newer by 39 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 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1953 Austin A 70. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Austin A 70 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1992 Jaguar XJR-15.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin A 70 | 1992 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 70 | XJR-15 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 1 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 63 L | 90 L |
