1959 AC Ace vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Ace. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Ace would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Jaguar XJS (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1959 AC Ace. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Ace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 840 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, 1995 Jaguar XJS (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Ace. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1995 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Ace.
Compare all specifications:
1959 AC Ace | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Ace | XJS |
Year Released | 1959 | 1995 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 82 L |