1957 Austin A 40 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (187 HP) has 138 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 40. (49 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 40.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 40. (100 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 40. 2011 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1957 Austin A 40 has manual transmission. 1957 Austin A 40 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin A 40 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 40 | XF |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
