1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2005 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2005 Jaguar XK is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 2005 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2005 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Jaguar XK weights approximately 345 kg more than 1963 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 XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2005 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. 2005 Jaguar XK has automatic transmission and 1963 Aston Martin DB4 has manual transmission. 1963 Aston Martin DB4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Jaguar XK will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2005 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB4 | XK |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 290 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 393 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3040 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |
