1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1962 Austin A 60 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP) has 84 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 672 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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 1949 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 | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 60 | Mark IV |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3483 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 123 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3060 mm |
