1985 AC Cobra vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 24 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Jaguar XK weights approximately 610 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra. 2009 Jaguar XK 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. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Cobra | XK |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| 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 | 410 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4000 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 | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 71 L |
