1955 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJR

To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJR is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar XJR (390 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 252 more horse power than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 703 kg more than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. 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, 2005 Jaguar XJR (554 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 310 more torque (in Nm) than 1955 Aston Martin DB3. (244 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1955 Aston Martin DB3.

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