2008 Jaguar XF vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Jaguar XF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Jaguar XF would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin DBS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XF. (411 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XF weights approximately 147 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Jaguar XF. (560 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Jaguar XF. 2008 Jaguar XF has automatic transmission and 2012 Aston Martin DBS has manual transmission. 2012 Aston Martin DBS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XF will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jaguar XF | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
| Model | XF | DBS |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 411 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 560 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1842 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2741 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 80 L |
