1953 AC 2-Litre vs. 1998 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1998 Jaguar XK is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1953 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jaguar XK weights approximately 380 kg more than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 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, 1998 Jaguar XK (394 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1998 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 AC 2-Litre. 1998 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1953 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1953 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 AC 2-Litre | 1998 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | 2-Litre | XK |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 394 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 75 L |
