1949 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1992 Mazda RX-7
To start off, 1992 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 43 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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (239 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 199 kg more than 1992 Mazda RX-7.
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, 1992 Mazda RX-7 (296 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1992 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jensen Interceptor | 1992 Mazda RX-7 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Interceptor | RX-7 |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2616 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4320 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2440 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 77 L |
