1958 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 346 kg more than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette. (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Corvette | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.4 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1404 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
