1958 AC Ace vs. 1967 Jaguar 240
To start off, 1967 Jaguar 240 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 AC Ace would be higher. At 2,482 cc (6 cylinders), 1967 Jaguar 240 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jaguar 240 (131 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jaguar 240 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jaguar 240 weights approximately 546 kg more than 1958 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, 1967 Jaguar 240 (203 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Jaguar 240 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1958 AC Ace | 1967 Jaguar 240 | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Ace | 240 |
Year Released | 1958 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 131 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 76.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2740 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 54 L |