1954 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1953 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 (180 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1953 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jaguar XK weights approximately 381 kg more than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
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, 1953 Jaguar XK (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1953 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Aston Martin DB3 | 1953 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB3 | XK |
Year Released | 1954 | 1953 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 291 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 221 km/hour | 193 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 63 L |