1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III vs. 1955 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1955 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Jaguar XK (190 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (148 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1955 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Jaguar XK weights approximately 242 kg more than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. 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, 1955 Jaguar XK (285 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III. (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1955 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin-Healey 3000 Mk III | 1955 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin-Healey | Jaguar |
| Model | 3000 Mk III | XK |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1955 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 285 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 106 mm |
| Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1422 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |
