1966 Austin A 60 vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 41 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XKR (420 HP) has 360 more horse power than 1966 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1966 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 620 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, 2007 Jaguar XKR (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Austin A 60. (123 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR 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 | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 60 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 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 | 420 HP |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 129 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 71 L |
