1996 Jaguar XK vs. 1971 AC 428
To start off, 1996 Jaguar XK is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Jaguar XK weights approximately 270 kg more than 1971 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, 1971 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Jaguar XK | 1971 AC 428 | |
| Make | Jaguar | AC |
| Model | XK | 428 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 290 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
