1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO is newer by 37 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, 2003 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 60 kg more than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac GTO. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | Interceptor | GTO |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
