1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Lexus LS is newer by 38 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 1 more horse power than 2004 Lexus LS. (278 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2004 Lexus LS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LS weights approximately 62 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 (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Lexus LS. (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2004 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jensen | Lexus |
| Model | Interceptor | LS |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 84 L |
