1966 AC Cobra vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 45 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 139 more horse power than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 2011 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 666 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) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Jaguar XJ. (600 Nm). This means 1966 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Jaguar XJ. 2011 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1966 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1966 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 AC Cobra | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Cobra | XJ |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6997 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 410 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 651 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 266 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1147 kg | 1813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 82 L |
