1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1959 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (210 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 55 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. 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, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1959 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Vantage | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 370 HP | 210 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 510 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 77 L |