1961 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XKR is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XKR (370 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 334 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 40. (36 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 40.
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, 1998 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm) has 474 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 40. (68 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 40 | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 40 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 36 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2920 mm |
