1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2013 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XK is newer by 49 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XK (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XK weights approximately 245 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2013 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XK 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 | 2013 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB5 | XK |
Year Released | 1964 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3996 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 515 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 11.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 224 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 1710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4794 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 2032 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1322 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2752 mm |