1962 Jensen 541 vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1967 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 1962 Jensen 541. (130 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1962 Jensen 541. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 277 kg more than 1962 Jensen 541. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Jensen 541. (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Jensen 541.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Jensen 541 | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jensen | Jensen |
| Model | 541 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
