1959 Austin A 135 vs. 1949 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1959 Austin A 135 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 135 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin A 135 (150 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1949 Jaguar MK V. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin A 135 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 135 weights approximately 405 kg more than 1949 Jaguar MK V. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 135 | 1949 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 135 | MK V |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 3485 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2080 kg | 1675 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 63 L |
