1999 AC Ace vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1999 AC Ace is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Ace is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Ace (351 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 143 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Ace should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jaguar XK weights approximately 448 kg more than 1999 AC Ace.
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 Ace (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Ace will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Ace | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | AC | Jaguar |
| Model | Ace | XK |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3506 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 351 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
