1975 Austin Princess vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, both 1975 Austin Princess and 1975 Jaguar XJS were released in the same year (1975). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 610 kg more than 1975 Austin Princess.
Because 1975 Jaguar XJS is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1975 Jaguar XJS. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Austin Princess, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Austin Princess | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | Princess | XJS |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 291 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2600 mm |
