1949 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1983 Maserati 420
To start off, 1983 Maserati 420 is newer by 34 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 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Maserati 420 (198 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 319 kg more than 1983 Maserati 420.
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, 1983 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1983 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jensen Interceptor | 1983 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | Interceptor | 420 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 198 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2610 mm |
