1961 AC Greyhound vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 51 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (510 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 387 more horse power than 1961 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1961 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 946 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (624 Nm) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 AC Greyhound | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Greyhound | XJ |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 624 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1961 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 82 L |
