1958 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 355 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 40. (35 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 997 kg more than 1958 Austin A 40. 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (525 Nm) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 40 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 40 | XK |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 35 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 1758 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |
