1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1954 Austin A 40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 346 kg more than 1954 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 40 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 40 | XK |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65.5 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1372 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
