1957 Austin A 35 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1957 Austin A 35 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (160 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 605 kg more than 1957 Austin A 35. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1948 Jaguar XK (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 35 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 35 | XK |
Year Released | 1957 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 63 L |