1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is newer by 41 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jaguar R Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (370 HP) has 331 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe weights approximately 682 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, 2003 Jaguar R Coupe (525 Nm) has 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Austin A 60. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe has automatic transmission and 1962 Austin A 60 has manual transmission. 1962 Austin A 60 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jaguar R Coupe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 60 | 2003 Jaguar R Coupe | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 60 | R Coupe |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 370 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 69 L |
