1961 Austin 7 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin 7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin 7 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1322 kg more than 1961 Austin 7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 380 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 7 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5343 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
