1966 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 AC Cobra would be higher. At 6,997 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 AC Cobra (410 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 165 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 651 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 AC Cobra (651 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Cobra | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 107.7 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 96 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 81 L |
