1959 Austin A 99 vs. 1968 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 1968 Jaguar E Type is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jaguar E Type (226 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jaguar E Type should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 99 weights approximately 130 kg more than 1968 Jaguar E Type.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 1968 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 99 | E Type |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 63 L |
