1959 Austin A 40 vs. 1953 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Austin A 40 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 40. (34 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1953 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jaguar XK weights approximately 535 kg more than 1959 Austin A 40. 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. Let's talk about torque, 1953 Jaguar XK (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 40. (68 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 40.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 40 | 1953 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 40 | XK |
Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 997 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 68 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 62.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3670 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2130 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 26 L | 63 L |