1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC
To start off, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC is newer by 46 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (567 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 288 more horse power than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Bentley Continental GTC weights approximately 745 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 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC 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, 2012 Bentley Continental GTC (700 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2012 Bentley Continental GTC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Bentley Continental GTC | |
| Make | Jensen | Bentley |
| Model | Interceptor | Continental GTC |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| 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 | 567 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Top Speed | 214 km/hour | 314 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2495 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1943 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1405 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2746 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 91 L |
