1961 AC Greyhound vs. 1984 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1984 Jaguar XJS is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jaguar XJS (217 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 615 kg more than 1961 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, 1984 Jaguar XJS (325 Nm) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1984 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 1984 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Greyhound | XJS |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 90 L |
