1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato (432 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato should accelerate faster than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato weights approximately 70 kg more than 1969 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, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato. (534 Nm @ 5100 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin V8 Zagato | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | V8 Zagato | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 432 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 534 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 72 L |
