1957 Austin-Healey Tickford vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 54 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (105 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 283 kg more than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 416 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin-Healey Tickford. (184 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
| Model | Tickford | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Size | 2441 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3157 mm |
