1962 Austin A 60 vs. 1988 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1988 Jaguar XJS is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Jaguar XJS (219 HP) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 510 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, 1988 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1988 Jaguar XJS 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 | 1988 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 60 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 219 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 331 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 87 L |
