1957 Aston Martin DB3 vs. 2005 Jaguar S-Type
To start off, 2005 Jaguar S-Type is newer by 48 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 2,966 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar S-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Jaguar S-Type (235 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (153 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Jaguar S-Type should accelerate faster than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar S-Type weights approximately 776 kg more than 1957 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 S-Type (293 Nm) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Aston Martin DB3. (195 Nm). This means 2005 Jaguar S-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Aston Martin DB3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB3 | 2005 Jaguar S-Type | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB3 | S-Type |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 293 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
