1968 Austin A 60 vs. 1992 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin A 60. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin A 60 would be higher. At 3,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP) has 482 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJ220 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1968 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, 1992 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 520 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Austin A 60.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Austin A 60 | 1992 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 60 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 3492 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 542 HP |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
