1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A 135 weights approximately 462 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR.
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 XJR (377 Nm) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 135 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2880 mm |
