1961 Austin A 55 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 49 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 459 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 55. (51 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 833 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, 2010 Jaguar XF (624 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 55. (111 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF 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 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Austin | Jaguar |
Model | A 55 | XF |
Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 51 HP | 510 HP |
Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 624 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1953 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2908 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 70 L |