1993 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1965 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1993 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar MK X 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 92 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 110 kg more than 1965 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, 1993 Aston Martin Virage (451 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1993 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Aston Martin Virage | 1965 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | Virage | MK X |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
