1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ-13
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ-13. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 695 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 (570 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | V8 Vantage | XJ-13 |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 4990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1000 mm |
