1954 Austin A vs. 2009 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XF is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin A would be higher. At 3,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Austin A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XF (235 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1954 Austin A. (130 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1954 Austin A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Austin A weights approximately 296 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Jaguar XF (293 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Austin A. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Austin A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Austin A | 2009 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A | XF |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3992 cc | 2967 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1679 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
