1962 AC Greyhound vs. 1996 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (291 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 638 kg more than 1962 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, 1996 Jaguar XK8 (393 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 1996 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 1996 Jaguar XK8 | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Greyhound | XK8 |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1653 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2720 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 75 L |
