2009 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1994 Jaguar XJ6
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Jaguar XJ6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Jaguar XJ6 would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (245 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 37 kg more than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. 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, 2009 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jaguar XJ6. (392 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jaguar XJ6.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin DB9 | 1994 Jaguar XJ6 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB9 | XJ6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3980 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 470 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 600 Nm | 392 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.9:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Top Speed | 306 km/hour | 230 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 | 1798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2080 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 81 L |
