2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey
To start off, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (420 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 300 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. (120 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 730 kg more than 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1975 Jensen Jensen-Healey | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Jensen |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Jensen-Healey |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 420 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 1160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 50 L |
