1961 Austin A 55 vs. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV
To start off, 1961 Austin A 55 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jaguar Mark IV. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jaguar Mark IV would be higher. At 3,483 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jaguar Mark IV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (123 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jaguar Mark IV weights approximately 670 kg more than 1961 Austin A 55. 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, 1949 Jaguar Mark IV (250 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 1949 Jaguar Mark IV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Austin A 55 | 1949 Jaguar Mark IV | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 55 | Mark IV |
Year Released | 1961 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 3060 mm |