2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1961 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin V12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 260 more horse power than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (261 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 32 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin V12.
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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jaguar MK X. (390 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1961 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | V12 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4235 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 18.9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 63 L |
