1955 AC 2-Litre vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 AC 2-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 AC 2-Litre would be higher. At 3,555 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (254 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (76 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1955 AC 2-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 364 kg more than 1955 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (335 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 AC 2-Litre. (136 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 AC 2-Litre. 2005 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1955 AC 2-Litre has manual transmission. 1955 AC 2-Litre will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 AC 2-Litre | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | 2-Litre | XJ |
| Year Released | 1955 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 254 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 335 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 65 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 100 mm | 76.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 6.8:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 3170 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 52 L | 85 L |
