2001 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1956 Jensen 541
To start off, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 45 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 5,931 cc (12 cylinders), 2001 Aston Martin DB7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 327 more horse power than 1956 Jensen 541. (123 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1956 Jensen 541.
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, 2001 Aston Martin DB7 (556 Nm) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Jensen 541. (265 Nm). This means 2001 Aston Martin DB7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Aston Martin DB7 | 1956 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB7 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5931 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 265 Nm |
| 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 Width | 1530 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1360 mm |
