1976 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1995 Jaguar XJS is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (220 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 495 kg more than 1995 Jaguar XJS. 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, 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1976 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | Lagonda | XJS |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2600 mm |