1985 AC Cobra vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Jaguar XJS (309 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (223 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 720 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra. 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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (407 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra. 1993 Jaguar XJS has automatic transmission and 1985 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1985 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1993 Jaguar XJS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Cobra | XJS |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 309 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 476 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 86 L |
