1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK II would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 312 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 370 kg more than 1963 Jaguar MK II. 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 Zagato (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (195 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK II.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1963 Jaguar MK II | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Zagato | MK II |
Year Released | 1988 | 1963 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2482 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
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 | 1450 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |