1963 AC Greyhound vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Greyhound. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Greyhound would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1963 AC Greyhound. (123 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Greyhound. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 856 kg more than 1963 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Greyhound. (179 Nm). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Greyhound.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Greyhound | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Greyhound | XJ |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1015 kg | 1871 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 3032 mm |
