1961 AC Aceca vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJ (204 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1961 AC Aceca. (125 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 765 kg more than 1961 AC Aceca. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Aceca | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Aceca | XJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 85 L |
