1960 Austin Princess vs. 1999 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 1999 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1960 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Austin Princess weights approximately 496 kg more than 1999 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 1999 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin Princess | 1999 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | Princess | S-Type |
Year Released | 1960 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 238 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 293 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1684 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2040 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |