1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1989 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1989 Jaguar XJS is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (238 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1989 Jaguar XJS. (217 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1989 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 280 kg more than 1962 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, 1989 Jaguar XJS (331 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 1989 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB4 | XJS |
Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 331 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
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 | 1630 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |