1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1993 Jaguar XJS
To start off, 1993 Jaguar XJS is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1993 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1993 Jaguar XJS. (309 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1993 Jaguar XJS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Jaguar XJS weights approximately 276 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
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, 1993 Jaguar XJS (476 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1993 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1993 Jaguar XJS | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB5 | XJS |
Year Released | 1964 | 1993 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 309 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 476 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 78.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 11.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4880 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1270 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2600 mm |