1961 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1969 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Cadillac Eldorado would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 380 kg more than 1969 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado. (583 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Cadillac Eldorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Cadillac Eldorado | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Cadillac | Jensen |
| Model | Eldorado | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 583 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 98.4 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2130 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5660 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 72 L |
