1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1952 Jaguar XK
To start off, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1952 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1952 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 1952 Jaguar XK. (158 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1952 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1952 Jaguar XK weights approximately 44 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
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, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1952 Jaguar XK. (290 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1952 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1952 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB4 | XK |
Year Released | 1959 | 1952 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3441 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 290 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Top Speed | 246 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1295 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1570 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |