1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1960 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1960 Jaguar XK. (187 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1960 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 527 kg more than 1960 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 Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1960 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | Virage | XK |
Year Released | 1993 | 1960 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 344 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 451 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4480 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |