1960 Austin A 99 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (542 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 436 more horse power than 1960 Austin A 99. (106 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1960 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 320 kg more than 1960 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, 2013 Jaguar XK (681 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Austin A 99. (224 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Austin A 99 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 99 | XK |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 2910 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 542 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 224 Nm | 681 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 300 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1850 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2752 mm |