1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1988 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (549 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 307 more horse power than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 272 kg more than 1988 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 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1988 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 549 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 745 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
