1968 Austin A 60 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 45 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP) has 482 more horse power than 1968 Austin A 60. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1968 Austin A 60. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 728 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 559 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Austin A 60. (122 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK 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 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 60 | XK |
Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1622 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 542 HP |
Torque | 122 Nm | 681 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76.2 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1122 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2752 mm |