1960 Austin Princess vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 50 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (237 HP) has 119 more horse power than 1960 Austin Princess. (118 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin Princess.
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, 2010 Jaguar XF (500 Nm) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin Princess. (251 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin Princess. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1960 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1960 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Austin Princess | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Princess | XF |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 237 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
