1951 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1958 Jaguar MK IX
To start off, 1958 Jaguar MK IX is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Aston Martin DB2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Aston Martin DB2 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar MK IX (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar MK IX weights approximately 475 kg more than 1951 Aston Martin DB2. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Aston Martin DB2 | 1958 Jaguar MK IX | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB2 | MK IX |
| Year Released | 1951 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
