1957 AC Ace vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, both 1957 AC Ace and 1957 Jaguar XK were released in the same year (1957). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,440 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 583 kg more than 1957 AC Ace. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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1957 AC Ace | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Ace | XK |
Year Released | 1957 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1990 cc | 3440 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2730 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 90 L |