1963 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1967 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Aston Martin DB5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Aston Martin DB5 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 222 kg more than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Aston Martin DB5. (390 Nm @ 3850 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Aston Martin DB5.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Aston Martin DB5 | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
Model | DB5 | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 314 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 390 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3850 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 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 |