1966 Austin A 60 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP) has 144 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 539 kg more than 1966 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 312 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Austin A 60 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 60 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 204 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 220 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 85 L |
