1959 Austin A 35 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 45 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 256 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 35. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 35. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 1010 kg more than 1959 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 35. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar XK 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 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 35 | XK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 948 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3510 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 75 L |
