1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1999 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1999 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 33 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 460 kg more than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
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 (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Venturi Atlantique. (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Venturi Atlantique.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 1999 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Jensen | Venturi |
| Model | Interceptor | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2510 mm |
