1958 Austin A135 vs. 1985 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1985 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin A135. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin A135 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Austin A135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1958 Austin A135. (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin A135. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Austin A135 weights approximately 450 kg more than 1985 Jaguar XJS.
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, 1985 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin A135. (308 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin A135.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin A135 | 1985 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A135 | XJS |
Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 150 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 308 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 91.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 92 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2600 mm |