1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1968 Jaguar XJ-13
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ-13. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 845 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13.
Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13. (570 Nm @ 6300 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | Vantage | XJ-13 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5341 cc | 4990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 600 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 814 Nm | 570 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1000 mm |
