1959 AC Ace vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 AC Ace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1952 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1952 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 401 kg more than 1959 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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Ace | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Ace | XK |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3441 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 63 L |
