2006 Aston Martin DB9 vs. 1958 Jensen 541
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 5,932 cc (12 cylinders), 2006 Aston Martin DB9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (450 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 321 more horse power than 1958 Jensen 541. (129 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 should accelerate faster than 1958 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Aston Martin DB9 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1958 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2006 Aston Martin DB9 (570 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Jensen 541. (311 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Aston Martin DB9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin DB9 | 1958 Jensen 541 | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | DB9 | 541 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5932 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 | 129 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 570 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.1 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 72 L |
