1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 2010 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XJ is newer by 47 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 3,670 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Aston Martin DB4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2010 Jaguar XJ. (271 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 2010 Jaguar XJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 571 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, 2010 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm). This means 2010 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. 2010 Jaguar XJ 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. 2010 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 2010 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB4 | XJ |
Year Released | 1963 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 377 Nm | 600 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1796 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1895 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 3157 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 82 L |