1959 Austin A 55 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 54 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 281 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 649 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin A 55. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XF 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 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 55 | XF |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 122 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2909 mm |
