1958 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1948 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1958 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jaguar XK (180 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jaguar XK weights approximately 197 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. 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, 1948 Jaguar XK (276 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB2. (240 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB2.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Aston Martin DB2 | 1948 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB2 | XK |
Year Released | 1958 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 180 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 240 Nm | 276 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1372 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4400 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |