1961 Austin 7 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 38 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 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 417 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XK weights approximately 955 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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 544 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 7 | XK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 604 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
