2004 Aston Martin Vanquish vs. 1957 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,934 cc (12 cylinders), 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (520 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 391 more horse power than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (129 HP @ 3700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish should accelerate faster than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish weights approximately 380 kg more than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish (555 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Aston Martin Vanquish | 1957 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | Vanquish | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5934 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 520 HP | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 555 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1875 kg | 1495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2860 mm |
