1965 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 2001 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2001 Jaguar XK is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 3,996 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2001 Jaguar XK. (290 HP @ 6100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 2001 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Jaguar XK weights approximately 40 kg more than 1965 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, 2001 Jaguar XK (393 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 2001 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Aston Martin DB5 | 2001 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB5 | XK |
Year Released | 1965 | 2001 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 290 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6100 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 393 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.7:1 |
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 | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4770 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1290 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3040 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 75 L |