1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2004 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Jaguar XK is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2004 Jaguar XK. (294 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante should accelerate faster than 2004 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 100 kg more than 2004 Jaguar XK. 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, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante (434 Nm) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Jaguar XK. (411 Nm). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2004 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | V8 Volante | XK |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4195 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 317 HP | 294 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1714 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 75 L |
