2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1993 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (380 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1993 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1993 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. (410 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1993 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 | 1993 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4310 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 410 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
