1961 Austin A 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. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 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 332 more horse power than 1961 Austin A. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 577 kg more than 1961 Austin A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (541 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 454 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A. (87 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A | 1998 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A | XKR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1145 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
