1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Jaguar XK weights approximately 215 kg more than 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
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, 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (536 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | V8 Zagato | XK |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 536 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 104 L | 75 L |
