1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 448 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Vantage | XK |
Year Released | 1984 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 63 L |