1959 Austin A 35 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 35. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 35 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ (318 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 284 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jaguar XJ (464 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 396 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 35.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 35 | 1993 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 35 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 5993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 464 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 78.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 90 L |
