2004 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1966 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 258 kg more than 1966 Jaguar Type S. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB7 (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB7 | 1966 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB7 | Type S |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3442 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 63 L |
