1963 AC Aceca vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Aceca would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Jaguar XKR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1963 AC Aceca. (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 954 kg more than 1963 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 XKR (541 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Aceca. (167 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1963 AC Aceca | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Aceca | XKR |
Year Released | 1963 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1971 cc | 4195 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 541 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 66 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 894 kg | 1848 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 75 L |