1963 Austin Princess vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Austin Princess would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1963 Austin Princess. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1963 Austin Princess. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Austin Princess weights approximately 310 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Austin Princess. (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Austin Princess.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Austin Princess | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Princess | XJ |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 3157 mm |
