1962 AC Greyhound vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 48 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1962 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1962 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 781 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 421 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 AC Greyhound | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Greyhound | XJ |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5127 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 |
