1960 Ford Taunus vs. 1975 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1975 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1960 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1960 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 1003 kg more than 1960 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Ford Taunus | 1975 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Taunus | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 215 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 448 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 109.8 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 95.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1969 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 98 L |
