1964 Austin A 40 vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 45 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (420 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 373 more horse power than 1964 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin A 40.
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, 2009 Jaguar XF (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin A 40. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF 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 | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 40 | XF |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 70 L |
