1958 Austin Princess vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more horse power than 1958 Austin Princess. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin Princess weights approximately 332 kg more than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin Princess | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | Princess | XKR |
Year Released | 1958 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 119 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2590 mm |