1959 Austin A 99 vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 53 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (187 HP) has 79 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 99. (108 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 99.
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, 2012 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 99. (224 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 99. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1959 Austin A 99 has manual transmission. 1959 Austin A 99 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 99 | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 99 | XF |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
