1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1990 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1990 Jaguar XJS is newer by 28 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 5,343 cc (12 cylinders), 1990 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1990 Jaguar XJS. (291 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1990 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 707 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, 1990 Jaguar XJS (440 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1990 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 | 1990 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB4 | XJS |
Year Released | 1962 | 1990 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3669 cc | 5343 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 376 Nm | 440 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1932 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1260 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2600 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 82 L |