1955 Austin A 40 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (294 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 253 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 40. (41 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 684 kg more than 1955 Austin A 40. 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (411 Nm) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 40. (79 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 40 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 40 | XK |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1200 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
