1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 49 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 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 147 more horse power than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XK weights approximately 346 kg more than 1961 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) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB4 | XK |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3668 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 61 L |
