1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1989 Jaguar XJR-11
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR-11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (741 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 should accelerate faster than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 (801 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1989 Jaguar XJR-11 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Vantage | XJR-11 |
Year Released | 1992 | 1989 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 741 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 7500 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 801 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1020 mm |