1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1962 Austin A 60 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,485 cc (6 cylinders), 1946 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (124 HP) has 64 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 670 kg more than 1962 Austin A 60. 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, 1946 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1946 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 1946 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 60 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1946 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 124 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3060 mm |
