1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 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 3,248 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Jaguar XJ (240 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 695 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ (316 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound. 2002 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1959 AC Greyhound has manual transmission. 1959 AC Greyhound will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2002 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Greyhound | XJ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1969 cc | 3248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4350 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 70 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1710 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2880 mm |
