1954 Austin A 70 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 70 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 70. (66 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 430 kg more than 1954 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 70. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 70 | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 70 | XK |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1284 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4260 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 75 L |
