1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 52 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (297 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Jaguar XJ (310 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (190 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
| Model | Sports Convertible | XJ |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Size | 2991 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 297 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3040 mm |
