1994 Jaguar XJ6 vs. 2013 Aston Martin Vantage
To start off, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine.
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, 2013 Aston Martin Vantage (469 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (302 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | 2013 Aston Martin Vantage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
| Model | XJ6 | Vantage |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5935 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 7300 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 469 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2080 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 80 L |
