1989 Aston Martin Virage vs. 2009 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2009 Jaguar XK is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jaguar XK (410 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 300 kg more than 2009 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, 2009 Jaguar XK (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2009 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Aston Martin Virage. 2009 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin Virage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin Virage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Aston Martin Virage | 2009 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | Virage | XK |
Year Released | 1989 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 410 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 450 Nm | 560 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 90.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 255 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1330 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2590 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 71 L |