1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 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 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 564 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (335 Nm) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 55 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 85 L |
