1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 3,980 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 5 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 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1994 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB7 | XJS |
Year Released | 1996 | 1994 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3239 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1730 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 90 L |