1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2001 Jaguar X-Type
To start off, 2001 Jaguar X-Type is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,216 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 AC Greyhound is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (157 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar X-Type should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar X-Type weights approximately 357 kg more than 1959 AC Greyhound. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 Jaguar X-Type (200 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar X-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2001 Jaguar X-Type | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Greyhound | X-Type |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 2099 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 157 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 61 L |
