2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1963 Jaguar MK X
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jaguar MK X. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jaguar MK X would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (252 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jaguar MK X. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Jaguar MK X weights approximately 180 kg more than 2006 Aston Martin DB9.
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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jaguar MK X. (360 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jaguar MK X.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1963 Jaguar MK X | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jaguar |
| Model | DB9 | MK X |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 cc | 3780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 252 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 360 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 106 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2900 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 15.7 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 63 L |
