1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 40 kg more than 1996 Aston Martin DB7.
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, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB7 | MK VIII |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5550 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 292 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.1 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1765 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 77 L |