1958 AC Ace vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 28 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 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJ6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (221 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 880 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, 1986 Jaguar XJ6 (336 Nm) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1986 Jaguar XJ6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Ace | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 221 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
