1950 Austin A135 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 60 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1950 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Austin A135 weights approximately 198 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XF.
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, 2010 Jaguar XF (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Austin A135 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A135 | XF |
Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 4200 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |