1965 Austin A 90 vs. 1999 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 Jaguar XK is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Jaguar XK (450 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 330 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Austin A 90 weights approximately 5 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK.
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, 1999 Jaguar XK (604 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1999 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1965 Austin A 90 has manual transmission. 1965 Austin A 90 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 1999 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 90 | XK |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 450 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 604 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1140 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 75 L |
