1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,339 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 383 more horse power than 1948 Jaguar XK. (160 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1948 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 618 kg more than 1948 Jaguar XK. 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, 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 481 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jaguar XK. (264 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Vantage | XK |
Year Released | 1993 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5339 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 745 Nm | 264 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 105 L | 63 L |