1958 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1991 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1991 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1991 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 (257 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1991 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1991 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 370 kg more than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Aston Martin DB4. (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Aston Martin DB4 | 1991 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB4 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 257 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 360 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
