1997 AC Cobra vs. 2001 Jaguar XJR
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XJR is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 AC Cobra. (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1997 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 743 kg more than 1997 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, 1997 AC Cobra (579 Nm) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Jaguar XJR. (525 Nm). This means 1997 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Jaguar XJR. 2001 Jaguar XJR has automatic transmission and 1997 AC Cobra has manual transmission. 1997 AC Cobra will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Jaguar XJR will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 AC Cobra | 2001 Jaguar XJR | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Cobra | XJR |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2880 mm |
