1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 45 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 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 192 kg more than 1959 Austin A 99. 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, 2004 Jaguar S-Type (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin A 99 | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 99 | S-Type |
Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2722 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 204 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 436 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
Top Speed | 157 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1722 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2920 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 69 L |