1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford would be higher. At 3,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford weights approximately 37 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJR (377 Nm) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
| Model | Tickford | XJR |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1990 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2880 mm |
