1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 1990 Jaguar XJR-15
To start off, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Jaguar XJR-15. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 would be higher. At 5,993 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 500 kg more than 1990 Jaguar XJR-15.
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.
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1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 1990 Jaguar XJR-15 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | Vantage | XJR-15 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5970 cc | 5993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 450 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 1 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1050 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1110 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2870 mm |