1957 Aston Martin DB2 vs. 1953 Jensen 541
To start off, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1953 Jensen 541. (111 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Aston Martin DB2 should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Jensen 541 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1957 Aston Martin DB2.
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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Aston Martin DB2 | 1953 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB2 | 541 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2922 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1224 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 68 L |
