1965 Avanti Avanti vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1972 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (284 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (254 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1965 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 358 kg more than 1965 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Avanti Avanti. (488 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Avanti Avanti. 1972 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1965 Avanti Avanti has manual transmission. 1965 Avanti Avanti will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Avanti Avanti | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Avanti | Jensen |
| Model | Avanti | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 7206 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 284 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Top Speed | 220 km/hour | 225 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1818 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 90 L |
