1985 AC Cobra vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 28 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (503 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 183 more horse power than 1985 AC Cobra. (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1985 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1195 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.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (625 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 AC Cobra. (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Cobra | XJ |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 503 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 625 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 2370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5252 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 2105 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 3157 mm |
