1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica vs. 1970 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1970 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica (335 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1970 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica should accelerate faster than 1970 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 160 kg more than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 282 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica. (305 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1970 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Ferrari 400 Superamerica | 1970 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 400 Superamerica | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3967 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 305 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 119 L | 72 L |
