1958 Austin A 35 vs. 2002 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 1044 kg more than 1958 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, 2002 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 352 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 35 | 2002 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 35 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1734 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3470 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |
