1955 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1951 Jaguar MK V
To start off, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 4 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 2,663 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Jaguar MK V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1951 Jaguar MK V. (104 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1951 Jaguar MK V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Jaguar MK V weights approximately 495 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
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 MK V (244 Nm) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB2. (187 Nm). This means 1951 Jaguar MK V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Aston Martin DB2 | 1951 Jaguar MK V | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB2 | MK V |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1951 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2579 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 106 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1155 kg | 1650 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2900 mm |
