1967 Austin 3-Litre vs. 2007 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XKR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin 3-Litre 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 @ 6000 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin 3-Litre.
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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. (221 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin 3-Litre. 2007 Jaguar XKR has automatic transmission and 1967 Austin 3-Litre has manual transmission. 1967 Austin 3-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin 3-Litre | 2007 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | 3-Litre | XKR |
Year Released | 1967 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 120 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 221 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 71 L |