1954 Austin A vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 59 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 180 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A | XJ |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 3032 mm |
