1954 Austin A 135 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 42 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 135. (125 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 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 302 kg more than 1996 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 135. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 135. 1996 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1954 Austin A 135 has manual transmission. 1954 Austin A 135 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A 135 | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 135 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1955 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
