1966 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1966 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, both 1966 Jeep CJ5 and 1966 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1966). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (331 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 272 more horse power than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1966 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 820 kg more than 1966 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1966 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1966 Jeep CJ5 will offer significantly more control. 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 (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 532 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jeep CJ5 | 1966 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jeep | Jensen |
| Model | CJ5 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1966 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 7205 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 331 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 677 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2680 mm |
