1959 AC Greyhound vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 49 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 4,200 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 196 more horse power than 1959 AC Greyhound. (104 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1959 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 591 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 AC Greyhound. (175 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 AC Greyhound | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Greyhound | XJ |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2216 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1093 kg | 1684 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2110 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 85 L |
