1968 Jaguar XJ-13 vs. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jaguar XJ-13. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 572 kg more than 1968 Jaguar XJ-13.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 (570 Nm @ 6300 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jaguar XJ-13 | 2011 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
| Model | XJ-13 | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4990 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 510 HP |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1697 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4382 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1000 mm | 1245 mm |
