1965 AC Aceca vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1965 AC Aceca is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1952 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 AC Aceca (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 504 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca.
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, 1952 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1952 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
1965 AC Aceca | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Aceca | XK |
Year Released | 1965 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2552 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 168 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 209 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 63 L |