1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 437 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 398 kg more than 1957 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
Model | Sports Convertible | XK |
Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 190 Nm | 681 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2752 mm |