1962 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 51 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP) has 503 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 60. (39 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 732 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm) has 594 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Austin A 60. (87 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XK 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 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 60 | XK |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 1487 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 39 HP | 542 HP |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 681 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 23.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1118 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2752 mm |
