1980 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2010 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XF is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XF (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 380 kg more than 2010 Jaguar XF.
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, 2010 Jaguar XF (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. (435 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda. 2010 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda has manual transmission. 1980 Aston Martin Lagonda will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2010 Jaguar XF | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | Lagonda | XF |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 286 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 435 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4961 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1877 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2908 mm |