1962 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2008 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2008 Jaguar XJ is newer by 46 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 3,669 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Jaguar XJ. (204 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2008 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 434 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, 2008 Jaguar XJ (435 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2008 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Aston Martin DB4. 2008 Jaguar XJ has automatic transmission and 1962 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1962 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Aston Martin DB4 | 2008 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB4 | XJ |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3669 cc | 2722 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 204 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 435 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 17.2:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1659 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 85 L |
