1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (390 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 887 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
| Model | Sports Convertible | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 1077 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2230 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2720 mm |
