1958 AC Ace vs. 1994 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJR is newer by 36 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 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jaguar XJR (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1958 AC Ace. (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1958 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 862 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, 1994 Jaguar XJR (512 Nm) has 345 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 AC Ace. (167 Nm). This means 1994 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 AC Ace | 1994 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Ace | XJR |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 322 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 512 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 81 L |
