1959 Austin-Healey 3000 vs. 1954 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Austin-Healey 3000 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1954 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (124 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Jaguar XK weights approximately 152 kg more than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. 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, 1954 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000. (237 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1954 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin-Healey 3000.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin-Healey 3000 | 1954 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
Model | 3000 | XK |
Year Released | 1959 | 1954 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2911 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 183 km/hour | 196 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1143 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |