1955 Austin A 55 vs. 2002 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XKR is newer by 47 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 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1955 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 680 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, 2002 Jaguar XKR (553 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin A 55. (110 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin A 55. 2002 Jaguar XKR 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. 2002 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin A 55 | 2002 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 55 | XKR |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 553 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2590 mm |
