1999 Jaguar XK vs. 2012 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1999 Jaguar XK. (291 HP @ 6100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1999 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 230 kg more than 1999 Jaguar XK. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Jaguar XK. (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Jaguar XK. 1999 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin DB9 has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin DB9 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Jaguar XK | 2012 Aston Martin DB9 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
| Model | XK | DB9 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 470 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4709 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 80 L |
