1957 Ferrari 250 GT vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ferrari 250 GT would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT (280 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Ferrari 250 GT should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 570 kg more than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 327 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT. (260 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Ferrari 250 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ferrari 250 GT | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 250 GT | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2953 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 58.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 72 L |
