1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2011 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XF is newer by 49 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 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XF (187 HP) has 127 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60.
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, 2011 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 328 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (122 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XF 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 | 2011 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 60 | XF |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
