1995 Jaguar XJS vs. 1974 AC 428
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 304 kg more than 1974 AC 428.
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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jaguar XJS. 1974 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1995 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1995 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Jaguar XJS | 1974 AC 428 | |
Make | Jaguar | AC |
Model | XJS | 428 |
Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3980 cc | 7003 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 223 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 639 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1734 kg | 1430 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |