2004 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 (454 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 36 kg more than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Aston Martin DB9. (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Aston Martin DB9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin DB9 | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB9 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1967 |
| 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 | 454 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1716 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 72 L |
