1957 AC Aceca vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 1966 Jaguar Type S is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar Type S is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar Type S (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar Type S should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jaguar Type S weights approximately 730 kg more than 1957 AC Aceca. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Aceca | Type S |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3442 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 | 5550 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
