1961 Austin A 99 vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 4,194 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1961 Austin A 99. (107 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1961 Austin A 99. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 303 kg more than 1961 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (541 Nm) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Austin A 99. (221 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Austin A 99.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Austin A 99 | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 99 | XK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
