1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible 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 119 more horse power than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 375 kg more than 1954 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, 1991 Jaguar XJ6 (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1991 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
| Model | Sports Convertible | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 224 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
