1961 Austin 7 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 51 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 352 more horse power than 1961 Austin 7. (33 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin 7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1225 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 455 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin 7. (60 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin 7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin 7 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 7 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 848 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 60 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 1835 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3032 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |
