1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1976 Porsche 912
To start off, 1976 Porsche 912 is newer by 10 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 7,205 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (331 HP @ 4700 RPM) has 245 more horse power than 1976 Porsche 912. (86 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1976 Porsche 912. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 764 kg more than 1976 Porsche 912. 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 (677 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 543 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Porsche 912. (134 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Porsche 912.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 1976 Porsche 912 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 912 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 7205 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 331 HP | 86 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 677 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1086 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2280 mm |
