1967 AC 428 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK 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 XK (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1967 AC 428. (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1967 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 367 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XK. (625 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XK. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 2013 Jaguar XK has manual transmission. 2013 Jaguar XK will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | 428 | XK |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 105 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 101.2 mm | 93 mm |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4794 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1322 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2752 mm |
