1965 Austin A 60 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJR is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJR (400 HP) has 340 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 535 kg more than 1965 Austin A 60. 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, 2008 Jaguar XJR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 431 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 60 | 2008 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 60 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1621 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 400 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1655 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
