1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2007 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2007 Jaguar XJ is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jaguar XJ (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1956 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, 2007 Jaguar XJ (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (243 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2007 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB3 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 243 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1950 mm |
