1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (543 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (123 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 315 kg more than 1951 Jaguar MK V. 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.
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1994 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Vantage | MK V |
Year Released | 1994 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3483 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 543 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1990 kg | 1675 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4750 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2900 mm |