1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (390 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 13 kg more than 1986 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (541 Nm) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | V8 Zagato | XK |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 390 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 541 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1833 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 75 L |
