1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2007 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJR is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJR (400 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 295 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 2007 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
| Model | Sports Convertible | XJR |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 400 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 554 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3170 mm |
