1999 Jaguar S-Type vs. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide
To start off, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar S-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar S-Type would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2010 Aston Martin Rapide is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 232 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (238 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide weights approximately 266 kg more than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Aston Martin Rapide (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 307 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. (293 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar S-Type. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide has automatic transmission and 1999 Jaguar S-Type has manual transmission. 1999 Jaguar S-Type will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Aston Martin Rapide will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar S-Type | 2010 Aston Martin Rapide | |
| Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
| Model | S-Type | Rapide |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2966 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1684 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5019 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2141 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1359 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
