1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XJ is newer by 43 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 34 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 309 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, 2005 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (320 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XJ 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 | 2005 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB4 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 2720 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 17.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 85 L |
