1967 AC 428 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 46 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 108 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XF. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 177 kg more than 1967 AC 428.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XF. (340 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XF.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | 428 | XF |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 83 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2909 mm |
