1954 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XK is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XK (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin Princess weights approximately 362 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XK.
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, 2003 Jaguar XK (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess. 2003 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1954 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin Princess | 2003 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | Princess | XK |
Year Released | 1954 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 553 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1818 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2600 mm |