1955 Austin A 135 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJR is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jaguar XJR (252 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 135. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Austin A 135 weights approximately 687 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 135. (251 Nm). This means 1990 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 135.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 135 | 1990 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 135 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3979 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 377 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1493 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2880 mm |
