1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 558 kg more than 1956 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (490 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
Model | DB7 | 541 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1956 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3238 cc | 3993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 331 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 265 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1878 kg | 1320 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1360 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 68 L |