1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 1170 kg more than 1964 Austin A 40. 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Austin A 40 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | XJS |
Year Released | 1964 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 82 L |