1988 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1990 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Aston Martin Virage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Aston Martin Virage would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 200 kg more than 1990 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, 1988 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Aston Martin Virage | 1990 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | Virage | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5338 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1920 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2680 mm |
