1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1968 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1968 Jaguar E Type. (226 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1968 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 414 kg more than 1968 Jaguar E 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1968 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | V8 Volante | E Type |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 226 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
