1963 Ford Cortina vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1967 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Ford Cortina 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 173 more horse power than 1963 Ford Cortina. (106 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1963 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 912 kg more than 1963 Ford Cortina. 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 438 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Ford Cortina. (149 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Ford Cortina | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Ford | Jensen |
Model | Cortina | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1963 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1558 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 149 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82.6 mm | 108 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 72.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 72 L |