1949 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 436 kg more than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. 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, 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight (380 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 1949 Jensen Interceptor has manual transmission. 1949 Jensen Interceptor will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jensen Interceptor | 1975 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Jensen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Interceptor | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 5735 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 103.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 3230 mm |
