1967 Austin A 60 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (390 HP) has 330 more horse power than 1967 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1967 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 675 kg more than 1967 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Austin A 60 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 60 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 390 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 541 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 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
