1990 Jaguar XJR-15 vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. (450 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 760 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. 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, both vehicles can yield 569 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles. 2012 Aston Martin DBS has automatic transmission and 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 has manual transmission. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
| Model | XJR-15 | DBS |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5993 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 1 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1810 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
