1961 Austin Princess vs. 2003 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2003 Jaguar XJ is newer by 42 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar XJ (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1961 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Austin Princess weights approximately 565 kg more than 2003 Jaguar XJ.
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, 2003 Jaguar XJ (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin Princess. (252 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2003 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin Princess. 2003 Jaguar XJ 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. 2003 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin Princess | 2003 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Princess | XJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 252 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 85 L |
