1956 Austin A 30 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Austin A 30. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Austin A 30 would be higher. At 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1956 Austin A 30. (28 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1956 Austin A 30. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1030 kg more than 1956 Austin A 30. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Austin A 30. (54 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Austin A 30. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1956 Austin A 30 has manual transmission. 1956 Austin A 30 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Austin A 30 | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 30 | XJ |
Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 802 cc | 3248 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 28 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6350 RPM |
Torque | 54 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4350 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 58 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2880 mm |