1956 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2012 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2012 Jaguar XJ is newer by 56 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (210 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 882 kg more than 1956 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, 2012 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2012 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Aston Martin DB3. 2012 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1956 Aston Martin DB3 has manual transmission. 1956 Aston Martin DB3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Aston Martin DB3 | 2012 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB3 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2920 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 914 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 82 L |
