2003 Aston Martin DB7 vs. 1968 Jensen FF
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1968 Jensen FF. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB7 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen FF weights approximately 100 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB7. (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Aston Martin DB7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB7 | 1968 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB7 | FF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 414 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2780 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 89 L | 72 L |
