1951 Jaguar MK V vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar MK V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar MK V 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 406 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin DBS weights approximately 45 kg more than 1951 Jaguar MK V. 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, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (569 Nm) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (244 Nm). This means 2012 Aston Martin DBS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1951 Jaguar MK V.
Compare all specifications:
| 1951 Jaguar MK V | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
| Model | MK V | DBS |
| Year Released | 1951 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2741 mm |
