2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1970 Jaguar E-Type
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jaguar E-Type 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) has 198 more horse power than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. (246 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 515 kg more than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. 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) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Jaguar E-Type. (357 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Jaguar E-Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1970 Jaguar E-Type | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB9 | E-Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 4200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 571 Nm | 357 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 92.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 105.9 mm |
| Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 209 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2440 mm |
