2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1997 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Jaguar XK8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Jaguar XK8 would be higher. At 4,282 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1997 Jaguar XK8.
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 V8 Vantage (410 Nm) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Jaguar XK8. (393 Nm). This means 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Jaguar XK8. 1997 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1997 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1997 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | V8 Vantage | XK8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4282 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 380 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 410 Nm | 393 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 86.1 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.3:1 | 10.8:1 |
Top Speed | 280 km/hour | 236 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2590 mm |