2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1995 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Jaguar XJS 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 298 more horse power than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (223 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1995 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 144 kg more than 1995 Jaguar XJS. 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Jaguar XJS. (377 Nm @ 3650 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Jaguar XJS.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1995 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V12 | XJS |
Year Released | 2006 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3980 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 521 HP | 223 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 577 Nm | 377 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3650 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1734 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 82 L |