1961 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XJ is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,265 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 AC Cobra (256 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 2006 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2006 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 679 kg more than 1961 AC Cobra.
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, 2006 Jaguar XJ (436 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Cobra. (365 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Cobra. 2006 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1961 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1961 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2006 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Cobra | 2006 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Cobra | XJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4265 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 365 Nm | 436 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 85 L |
