1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2000 Morgan 4
To start off, 2000 Morgan 4 is newer by 34 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, 1966 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 2000 Morgan 4. (112 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 Morgan 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 780 kg more than 2000 Morgan 4. 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 (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Morgan 4. (160 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Morgan 4. 1966 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 2000 Morgan 4 has manual transmission. 2000 Morgan 4 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1966 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2000 Morgan 4 | |
| Make | Jensen | Morgan |
| Model | Interceptor | 4 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 80.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
