1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2002 Jaguar XJ8
To start off, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is newer by 38 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 4,196 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Jaguar XJ8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. (300 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2002 Jaguar XJ8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 weights approximately 150 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, 2002 Jaguar XJ8 (420 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 has automatic transmission and 1964 Aston Martin DB5 has manual transmission. 1964 Aston Martin DB5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Jaguar XJ8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 2002 Jaguar XJ8 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB5 | XJ8 |
| Year Released | 1964 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3996 cc | 4196 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 390 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2920 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 85 L |
