1957 Austin A 95 vs. 1959 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1959 Jaguar MK II is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 2,639 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Austin A 95 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK II (120 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1957 Austin A 95. (91 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK II should accelerate faster than 1957 Austin A 95. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 126 kg more than 1957 Austin A 95. 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, 1959 Jaguar MK II (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Austin A 95. (176 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Austin A 95.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Austin A 95 | 1959 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 95 | MK II |
Year Released | 1957 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2639 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1476 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 54 L |