1958 Austin A 95 vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1997 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A 95. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A 95 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1958 Austin A 95. (92 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A 95.
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, 1997 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A 95. (176 Nm). This means 1997 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A 95. 1997 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1958 Austin A 95 has manual transmission. 1958 Austin A 95 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Austin A 95 | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 95 | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2639 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 92 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 79.4 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2590 mm |
