2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1959 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1959 Jaguar XK. (251 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1959 Jaguar XK. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 243 kg more than 1959 Jaguar XK. 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, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Jaguar XK. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Jaguar XK.
Compare all specifications:
2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1959 Jaguar XK | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
Model | DB9 | XK |
Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5935 cc | 3442 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 454 HP | 251 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 570 Nm | 325 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 83 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
Top Speed | 300 km/hour | 212 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1473 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2600 mm |