1965 Jaguar Type S vs. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 90 kg more than 1965 Jaguar Type S. 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, 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Jaguar Type S | 2012 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | |
Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
Model | Type S | V8 Vantage |
Year Released | 1965 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3440 cc | 4700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 420 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 7300 RPM |
Torque | 300 Nm | 469 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4382 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1867 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2601 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |