2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (331 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen Interceptor.
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, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
