1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage 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 135 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (235 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 104 kg more than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. 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) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Jaguar S-Type.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Vantage | S-Type |
Year Released | 1984 | 2005 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2966 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 235 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 293 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 80 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1716 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2910 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 70 L |