1954 Austin Princess 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 Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin Princess 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 @ 4000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1954 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 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 375 kg more than 2005 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin Princess. (252 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin Princess | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Princess | XK |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2590 mm |
