1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2012 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XF is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP) has 130 more horse power than 2012 Jaguar XF. (187 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2012 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, 2012 Jaguar XF (450 Nm) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante. 2012 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante has manual transmission. 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2012 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | V8 Volante | XF |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 187 HP |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1877 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2908 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 70 L |
