1973 AC 428 vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1973 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1973 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XF weights approximately 415 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Jaguar XF. (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Jaguar XF. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1973 AC 428 has manual transmission. 1973 AC 428 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | 428 | XF |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2908 mm |
