1966 Jensen FF vs. 2012 Aston Martin DBS
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin DBS is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin DBS (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1966 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin DBS should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen FF weights approximately 280 kg more than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Jensen FF (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Aston Martin DBS. (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Aston Martin DBS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen FF | 2012 Aston Martin DBS | |
| Make | Jensen | Aston Martin |
| Model | FF | DBS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1695 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4719 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2741 mm |
