1957 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 56 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1957 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1957 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 861 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 283 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 AC Aceca | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Aceca | XJ |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3032 mm |
