1966 Austin A 40 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 3,238 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (216 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 169 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 40. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1966 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, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 40. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1994 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 40 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 40 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 3238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 302 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 64.6 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.7 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3690 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 29 L | 81 L |
