1970 Aston Martin DB6 vs. 1983 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1983 Jaguar XJS is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 (282 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (226 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1983 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 35 kg more than 1970 Aston Martin DB6.
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, 1970 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Jaguar XJS. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Aston Martin DB6 | 1983 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB6 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 400 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.1 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1625 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2600 mm |
