1967 AC 428 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 387 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 XJ 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 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | 428 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 89 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 | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 3157 mm |
