1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato 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 97 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 51 kg more than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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 84 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Zagato | XJ |
Year Released | 1988 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 432 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 534 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1871 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 3032 mm |