1996 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1963 Jensen 541
To start off, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1963 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 (331 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1963 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1963 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Aston Martin DB7 weights approximately 403 kg more than 1963 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Aston Martin DB7 | 1963 Jensen 541 | |
Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
Model | DB7 | 541 |
Year Released | 1996 | 1963 |
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 | 129 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 490 Nm | 310 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 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 | 1475 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1610 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |