1954 Austin A 55 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1954 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 575 kg more than 1954 Austin A 55. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1991 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin A 55 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 55 | XJS |
Year Released | 1954 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |