1967 AC 428 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 38 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (390 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 252 kg more than 1967 AC 428. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (626 Nm) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (525 Nm). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | 428 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 626 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 84 L |
