1953 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1969 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 493 kg more than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 393 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Aston Martin DB4. (195 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Aston Martin DB4 | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB4 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2580 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 195 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 72 L |
