1964 Aston Martin DB5 vs. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre
To start off, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen 4-Litre would be higher. At 3,995 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Aston Martin DB5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 (314 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Aston Martin DB5 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen 4-Litre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen 4-Litre weights approximately 90 kg more than 1964 Aston Martin DB5.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Aston Martin DB5 | 1949 Jensen 4-Litre | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB5 | 4-Litre |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3995 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 314 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 6.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 5010 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 86 L |
