1967 AC 428 vs. 1972 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 1972 Jaguar XJ is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 387 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar XJ. (408 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 1972 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | 428 | XJ |
Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 408 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 70 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2870 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 90 L |