2002 AC Aceca vs. 1952 Jaguar C-Type
To start off, 2002 AC Aceca is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar C-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar C-Type would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 AC Aceca (350 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (218 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 AC Aceca weights approximately 595 kg more than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. 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, 2002 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar C-Type. (330 Nm @ 3900 RPM). This means 2002 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar C-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 AC Aceca | 1952 Jaguar C-Type | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Aceca | C-Type |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1952 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 218 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 1015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2450 mm |
