2008 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1972 Jaguar E Type
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jaguar E Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jaguar E Type would be higher. At 5,934 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 193 more horse power than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (251 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1972 Jaguar E Type. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 360 kg more than 1972 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 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar E Type. (390 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar E Type.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Aston Martin DB9 | 1972 Jaguar E Type | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB9 | E Type |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 5344 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 444 HP | 251 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 390 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 264 km/hour | 217 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 | 1890 kg | 1530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 81 L |
