1956 AC Ace vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 216 more horse power than 1956 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1956 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 806 kg more than 1956 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Jaguar XK (393 Nm) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1996 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 AC Ace | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Ace | XK |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |
