1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 339 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 649 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, 2001 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm) has 414 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJR 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 | 2001 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 55 | XJR |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2880 mm |
