1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1964 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 1964 Jaguar MK X is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar MK X is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1964 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1964 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 660 kg more than 1961 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, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Jaguar MK X. (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1964 Jaguar MK X | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB4 | MK X |
Year Released | 1961 | 1964 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3781 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 106 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1930 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2900 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 63 L |