1985 AC Cobra vs. 2006 Jaguar XKR
To start off, 2006 Jaguar XKR is newer by 21 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Jaguar XKR should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Jaguar XKR weights approximately 560 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, 2006 Jaguar XKR (542 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2006 Jaguar XKR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra. 2006 Jaguar XKR 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. 2006 Jaguar XKR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2006 Jaguar XKR | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Cobra | XKR |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2006 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 542 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
