1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 SsangYong Stavic
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Stavic is newer by 45 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 116 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Stavic weights approximately 173 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 245 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Stavic. (342 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Stavic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 SsangYong Stavic | |
| Make | Jensen | SsangYong |
| Model | Interceptor | Stavic |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
