1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1951 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1953 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Jaguar XK (158 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1951 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar XK weights approximately 39 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 1951 Jaguar XK (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1951 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1951 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB4 | XK |
Year Released | 1953 | 1951 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2580 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 125 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Top Speed | 174 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 63 L |