1959 AC Aceca vs. 1989 Jaguar F-Type
To start off, 1989 Jaguar F-Type is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Aceca would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar F-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (350 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1959 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar F-Type weights approximately 606 kg more than 1959 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jaguar F-Type is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar F-Type will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jaguar F-Type (543 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar F-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Aceca | 1989 Jaguar F-Type | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Aceca | F-Type |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 543 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
