1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,338 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 319 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 490 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. 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, 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (500 Nm). This means 1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jaguar R-D6.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Vantage | R-D6 |
Year Released | 1979 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5338 cc | 2720 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 549 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 500 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2160 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 69 L |