1957 Austin A 35 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1106 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 35. (68 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 35 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 82 L |
