1961 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1970 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1970 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 (302 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1970 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Aston Martin DB4. (366 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Aston Martin DB4 | 1970 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB4 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |
