1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJ220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (542 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 488 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJ220 (642 Nm) has 574 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1993 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1993 Jaguar XJ220 | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 55 | XJ220 |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 542 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 642 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 8.3:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 349 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 340 mm |
