1965 Austin A 40 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1124 kg more than 1965 Austin A 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Austin A 40. 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 369 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Austin A 40 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | XJ |
Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1884 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3032 mm |