2007 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1965 Jaguar Type S
To start off, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jaguar Type S. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jaguar Type S would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (521 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 313 more horse power than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1965 Jaguar Type S. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 330 kg more than 1965 Jaguar Type S. 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, 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish (577 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jaguar Type S. (300 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jaguar Type S.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1965 Jaguar Type S | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | Vanquish | Type S |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3440 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 521 HP | 208 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5550 RPM |
| Torque | 577 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 90 L |
