1999 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Aston Martin DB7 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (420 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (335 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 55 kg more than 1999 Aston Martin DB7.
Because 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Aston Martin DB7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ will offer significantly more control. 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, 1999 Aston Martin DB7 (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar XJ. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1999 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar XJ.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Aston Martin DB7 | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB7 | XJ |
Year Released | 1999 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 420 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 542 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 5.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1880 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 3157 mm |