2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1975 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jaguar XJS. (431 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1975 Jaguar XJS | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB7 | XJS |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 5342 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 431 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 12.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 321 km/hour | 241 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1270 mm |
