1961 Austin Princess vs. 2002 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2002 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin Princess would be higher. At 4,193 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 445 kg more than 2002 Jaguar S-Type.
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, 2002 Jaguar S-Type (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess. 2002 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1961 Austin Princess has manual transmission. 1961 Austin Princess will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin Princess | 2002 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | Princess | S-Type |
Year Released | 1961 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4193 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 252 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1735 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3000 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 69 L |