1963 AC Cobra vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1966 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 AC Cobra would be higher. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (331 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1963 AC Cobra. (271 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1963 AC Cobra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 800 kg more than 1963 AC Cobra. 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, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 254 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 AC Cobra. (423 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 AC Cobra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 AC Cobra | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Cobra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4727 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 423 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
