1987 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2003 Jaguar R-D6
To start off, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. (230 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 725 kg more than 2003 Jaguar R-D6. 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, 2003 Jaguar R-D6 (500 Nm) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda. (460 Nm). This means 2003 Jaguar R-D6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2003 Jaguar R-D6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | Lagonda | R-D6 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 460 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 2160 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2720 mm |
