1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1969 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB4 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 525 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Aston Martin DB4 | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB4 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |
