2006 Aston Martin V12 vs. 1996 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V12 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Jaguar XK 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 151 more horse power than 1996 Jaguar XK. (370 HP @ 6150 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V12 should accelerate faster than 1996 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin V12 weights approximately 238 kg more than 1996 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, 2006 Aston Martin V12 (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Jaguar XK. (525 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin V12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Jaguar XK. 1996 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 2006 Aston Martin V12 has manual transmission. 2006 Aston Martin V12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V12 | 1996 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | V12 | XK |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6150 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 525 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 86.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2600 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 75 L |
