1950 Austin A135 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 63 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (464 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1950 Austin A135. (124 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 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 145 kg more than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Austin A135. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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 XF (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Austin A135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A135 | XF |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 464 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 288 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2053 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2909 mm |