1957 AC Aceca vs. 2002 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJR is newer by 45 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 265 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 771 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. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Jaguar XJR (525 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1957 AC Aceca | 2002 Jaguar XJR | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Aceca | XJR |
Year Released | 1957 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 525 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1665 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5100 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |