1950 Austin A135 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 58 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Austin A135 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (301 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 385 kg more than 2008 Jaguar XK8.
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, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2008 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A135 | XK8 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 301 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1635 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2080 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 71 L |