1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 2011 Aston Martin DB9
To start off, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 55 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 5,900 cc (12 cylinders), 2011 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (470 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 5 kg more than 2011 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2011 Aston Martin DB9 (600 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jaguar MK VIII.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 2011 Aston Martin DB9 | |
Make | Jaguar | Aston Martin |
Model | MK VIII | DB9 |
Year Released | 1956 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3441 cc | 5900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 208 HP | 470 HP |
Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 292 Nm | 600 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1760 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4712 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2741 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 80 L |