1955 Austin A 55 vs. 1999 Jaguar XJ

To start off, 1999 Jaguar XJ is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XJ (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 239 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 655 kg more than 1955 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, 1999 Jaguar XJ (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 1999 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1955 Austin A 55 has manual transmission. 1955 Austin A 55 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Austin A 55 1999 Jaguar XJ
Make Austin Jaguar
Model A 55 XJ
Year Released 1955 1999
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1489 cc 3996 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 51 HP 290 HP
Engine RPM 4250 RPM 6100 RPM
Torque 110 Nm 393 Nm
Torque RPM 2000 RPM 4250 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1055 kg 1710 kg
Vehicle Length 4250 mm 5160 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1800 mm
Vehicle Height 1570 mm 1310 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2880 mm


 

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