1973 AC 428 vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 40 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 AC 428. (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1973 AC 428. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 450 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 AC 428. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE 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, 1973 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 AC 428 | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | 428 | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7002 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 298 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 639 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2909 mm |
