1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Jaguar XK8
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XK8 is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Jaguar XK8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (240 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jaguar XK8 should accelerate faster than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XK8 weights approximately 287 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. 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, 2008 Jaguar XK8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (325 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XK8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. 2008 Jaguar XK8 has automatic transmission and 1958 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1958 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XK8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Jaguar XK8 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB4 | XK8 |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3668 cc | 4196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 240 HP | 300 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 420 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 11.0:1 |
Top Speed | 227 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 1595 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 71 L |