1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 Bentley Continental GT
To start off, 2010 Bentley Continental GT is newer by 44 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (552 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Bentley Continental GT weights approximately 600 kg more than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Bentley Continental GT is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Bentley Continental GT will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Bentley Continental GT (650 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Bentley Continental GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 Bentley Continental GT | |
| Make | Jensen | Bentley |
| Model | Interceptor | Continental GT |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4803 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1915 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1389 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 90 L |
