1992 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1992 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1992 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 100 kg more than 1961 Jaguar MK X. 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, 1992 Aston Martin Virage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 385 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1992 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Aston Martin Virage | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | Virage | MK X |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 90 L |
