1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1991 Jaguar XJS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (105 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 480 kg more than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible. (191 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1991 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Austin-Healey Sports Convertible | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
| Model | Sports Convertible | XJS |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Size | 2993 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
