1966 Chrysler New Yorker vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Chrysler New Yorker would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Chrysler New Yorker is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (185 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Chrysler New Yorker weights approximately 349 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker. (420 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Chrysler New Yorker.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Chrysler New Yorker | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
| Model | New Yorker | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.7 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 217 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2163 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5870 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3160 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 100 L | 90 L |
