2003 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1970 Jensen FF
To start off, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Jensen FF. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Jensen FF would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen FF is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1970 Jensen FF. (280 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1970 Jensen FF. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen FF weights approximately 265 kg more than 2003 Aston Martin DB9.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen FF (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Aston Martin DB9. (557 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen FF will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Aston Martin DB9 | 1970 Jensen FF | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB9 | FF |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 450 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 557 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2780 mm |
