1953 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2013 Jaguar XF
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XF is newer by 60 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XF (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XF weights approximately 829 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Jaguar XF is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XF will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Jaguar XF (340 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB3 | 2013 Jaguar XF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB3 | XF |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1769 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2909 mm |
