2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1966 Jaguar 420G
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (444 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 189 more horse power than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (255 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1966 Jaguar 420G. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 57 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G. 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, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 (571 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jaguar 420G. (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1966 Jaguar 420G | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB9 | 420G |
Year Released | 2008 | 1966 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4235 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 444 HP | 255 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 571 Nm | 373 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 198 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1778 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1910 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 3050 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 90 L |