1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 143 kg more than 1951 Jaguar MK V. 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.
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1983 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Volante | MK V |
Year Released | 1983 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |