1967 AC 428 vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 39 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (391 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 362 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 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Jaguar XKR. (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Jaguar XKR.
Compare all specifications:
1967 AC 428 | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | 428 | XKR |
Year Released | 1967 | 2006 |
Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7010 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 345 HP | 391 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 627 Nm | 542 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 90.3 mm |
Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 75 L |