1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 17 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, 2005 Jaguar XK (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (317 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante weights approximately 61 kg more than 2005 Jaguar XK.
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 (553 Nm) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante. (434 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Volante | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Volante | XK |
Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 317 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 434 Nm | 553 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1753 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 75 L |