1965 Austin A 90 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 40 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1965 Austin A 90. (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1965 Austin A 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 146 kg more than 1965 Austin A 90. 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, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (293 Nm) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Austin A 90. (221 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Austin A 90.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Austin A 90 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Austin | Jaguar |
| Model | A 90 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 70 L |
