1949 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Porsche Cayman
To start off, 2012 Porsche Cayman is newer by 63 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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (265 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Cayman should accelerate faster than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 169 kg more than 2012 Porsche Cayman.
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, 2012 Porsche Cayman (299 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jensen Interceptor. (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Cayman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Porsche Cayman | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | Cayman |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3990 cc | 2900 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 288 Nm | 299 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 1330 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1303 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
