1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 1963 Jaguar MK II
To start off, 1963 Jaguar MK II is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Aston Martin DB3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Aston Martin DB3 would be higher. At 2,922 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Aston Martin DB3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK II. (120 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB3 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK II weights approximately 510 kg more than 1957 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, both vehicles can yield 195 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 1963 Jaguar MK II | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB3 | MK II |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2482 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 195 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 5000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 90 L |
