1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1991 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1991 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 52 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 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Jaguar XJS. (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1991 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB7 | XJS |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1991 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3238 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 440 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1260 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 82 L |
