1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 420 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 497 kg more than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (745 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2860 mm |
