1972 Austin 2200 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Austin 2200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Austin 2200 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1972 Austin 2200. (110 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1972 Austin 2200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 449 kg more than 1972 Austin 2200. 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Austin 2200. (169 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Austin 2200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Austin 2200 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | 2200 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2227 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1181 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 90 L |
