1985 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 1994 Jaguar XJ6 is newer by 9 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 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (211 HP @ 5100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 602 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
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, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (301 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
1985 AC Cobra | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Cobra | XJ6 |
Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3239 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 320 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 522 Nm | 301 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1777 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5030 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 86 L |