1963 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2004 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,727 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 AC Cobra (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 663 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra.
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, 1963 AC Cobra (423 Nm) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 1963 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 2004 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Cobra | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1713 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
