1965 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1968 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (247 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 375 kg more than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette. (475 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Chevrolet Corvette.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Chevrolet Corvette | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Corvette | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5352 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
