1990 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1990 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 250 kg more than 1972 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, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Aston Martin Virage. (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Aston Martin Virage.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Aston Martin Virage | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | Virage | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
