2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1986 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (381 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (221 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jaguar XJ6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
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, 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (417 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jaguar XJ6. (336 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1986 Jaguar XJ6 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Vantage | XJ6 |
Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 381 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 417 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 9.6:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1770 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 2010 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2880 mm |