1994 Aston Martin Virage vs. 1953 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1994 Aston Martin Virage is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Aston Martin Virage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (344 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Aston Martin Virage should accelerate faster than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Aston Martin Virage weights approximately 505 kg more than 1953 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, 1994 Aston Martin Virage (450 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jensen Interceptor. (287 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1994 Aston Martin Virage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Aston Martin Virage | 1953 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | Virage | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 344 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 2000 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
