1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 39 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 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 580 kg more than 1959 Austin A 55. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (394 Nm) has 326 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1998 Jaguar XK 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 | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 55 | XK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 75 L |
