1965 Bristol 408 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1966 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Bristol 408. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Bristol 408 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1965 Bristol 408. (215 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1965 Bristol 408. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 165 kg more than 1965 Bristol 408. 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 (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 123 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Bristol 408. (464 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Bristol 408.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Bristol 408 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | 408 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5130 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 464 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1585 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 81 L | 72 L |
