2007 Jaguar S-Type vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6
To start off, 2007 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Aston Martin DB6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Aston Martin DB6 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. (294 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 2007 Jaguar S-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 100 kg more than 1968 Aston Martin DB6.
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 Jaguar S-Type (411 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Aston Martin DB6. 2007 Jaguar S-Type has automatic transmission and 1968 Aston Martin DB6 has manual transmission. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Jaguar S-Type will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jaguar S-Type | 1968 Aston Martin DB6 | |
| Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
| Model | S-Type | DB6 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1968 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 294 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 9.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 1625 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 72 L |
