1959 Jaguar MK II vs. 1974 AC 428
To start off, 1974 AC 428 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 70 kg more than 1974 AC 428.
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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK II. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Jaguar MK II | 1974 AC 428 | |
Make | Jaguar | AC |
Model | MK II | 428 |
Year Released | 1959 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3442 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 639 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |