1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 445 kg more than 1959 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. 2010 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1959 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1959 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB4 | XK |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 385 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1696 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4793 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1892 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1328 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2751 mm |