1960 Austin A 90 vs. 2006 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2006 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 90. (102 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 228 kg more than 1960 Austin A 90. 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, 2006 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 90. (214 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 90. 2006 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1960 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin A 90 | 2006 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 90 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1728 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
