1966 Aston Martin DB4 vs. 1961 Jensen 541
To start off, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1961 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1961 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 should accelerate faster than 1961 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Jensen 541 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1966 Aston Martin DB4.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1966 Aston Martin DB4 (360 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Aston Martin DB4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1966 Aston Martin DB4 | 1961 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
Model | DB4 | 541 |
Year Released | 1966 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3670 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 360 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 7.6:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 72 L |