1964 Austin A 40 vs. 1998 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 34 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 3,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 1030 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, 1998 Jaguar XJ8 (525 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XJ8 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 | 1998 Jaguar XJ8 | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | XJ8 |
Year Released | 1964 | 1998 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3981 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 82 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 86.1 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 87 L |