1999 AC Cobra vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1999 AC Cobra. (222 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1999 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 808 kg more than 1999 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, 2004 Jaguar XK (541 Nm) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 AC Cobra. (522 Nm). This means 2004 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Cobra | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Cobra | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Roadster | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 4194 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 222 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
