1959 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 (314 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 469 kg more than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Aston Martin DB4 | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB4 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1251 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
