1963 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1971 Jensen FF
To start off, 1971 Jensen FF is newer by 8 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), 1971 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 (310 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1971 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen FF weights approximately 750 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB4.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB4. (377 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen FF 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 | 1971 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB4 | FF |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3670 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 310 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 377 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2780 mm |
