1954 Austin A 40 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 795 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. Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 40. (84 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 40 | 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 41 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2880 mm |