2005 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1957 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,933 cc (12 cylinders), 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (454 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 246 more horse power than 1957 Jaguar XK. (208 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1957 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 437 kg more than 1957 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, 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish (542 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jaguar XK. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1957 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | Vanquish | XK |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5933 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 454 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1910 kg | 1473 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2730 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 16.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
