1952 Jaguar XK vs. 1968 Aston Martin DB6

To start off, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Aston Martin DB6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (325 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Aston Martin DB6 weights approximately 330 kg more than 1952 Jaguar XK. 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, 1968 Aston Martin DB6 (400 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Aston Martin DB6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.

Compare all specifications:

1952 Jaguar XK 1968 Aston Martin DB6
Make Jaguar Aston Martin
Model XK DB6
Year Released 1952 1968
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3441 cc 3995 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 158 HP 325 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 290 Nm 400 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 4500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 83 mm 96 mm
Engine Stroke Size 106 mm 92 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1295 kg 1625 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4630 mm
Vehicle Width 1570 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1340 mm 1330 mm
Wheelbase Size 2600 mm 2590 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 63 L 72 L


 

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