1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1957 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 181 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 265 kg more than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (376 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1961 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB4 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 376 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2860 mm |
