2002 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 2001 Jaguar XJ220
To start off, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Jaguar XJ220. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Jaguar XJ220 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. (390 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 30 kg more than 2001 Jaguar XJ220. 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, 2001 Jaguar XJ220 (1,077 Nm) has 506 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Aston Martin DB7. (571 Nm). This means 2001 Jaguar XJ220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Aston Martin DB7 | 2001 Jaguar XJ220 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB7 | XJ220 |
Year Released | 2002 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3492 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 450 HP | 390 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 1077 Nm |
Top Speed | 298 km/hour | 354 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1740 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2230 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1160 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2720 mm |