1970 AC 428 vs. 1965 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1970 AC 428 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 20 kg more than 1970 AC 428.
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, 1970 AC 428 (640 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 445 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1970 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1970 AC 428 | 1965 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | 428 | MK II |
Year Released | 1970 | 1965 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7003 cc | 2483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 298 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 640 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2900 mm |