1965 AC Aceca vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 AC Aceca. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 AC Aceca would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1965 AC Aceca. (168 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1965 AC Aceca. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 978 kg more than 1965 AC Aceca. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 AC Aceca. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 AC Aceca. (209 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 AC Aceca.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 AC Aceca | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Aceca | XF |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2552 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 209 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 791 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2909 mm |
