1959 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight
To start off, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (395 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 361 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 485 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 40 | 2004 Jaguar Concept Eight | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 40 | Concept Eight |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 997 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 5220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 3170 mm |
