2001 AC Aceca vs. 1986 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,590 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 20 kg more than 2001 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 AC Aceca | 1986 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Aceca | XJS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 346 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81 mm | 92 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
