1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight
To start off, 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (331 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (225 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight weights approximately 255 kg more than 1966 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, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 1971 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | |
| Make | Jensen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Interceptor | Ninety-Eight |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 498 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 2105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3230 mm |
