1999 AC Aceca vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,344 cc (12 cylinders), 1972 Jaguar E Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar E Type weights approximately 20 kg more than 1999 AC Aceca.
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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type.
Compare all specifications:
1999 AC Aceca | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
Make | AC | Jaguar |
Model | Aceca | E Type |
Year Released | 1999 | 1972 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4600 cc | 5344 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 407 Nm | 390 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 81 L |