1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Ford F-250
To start off, 2012 Ford F-250 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 Ford F-250 (385 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster 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 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford F-250. (548 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford F-250.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Ford F-250 | |
| Make | Jensen | Ford |
| Model | Interceptor | F-250 |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 548 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 6269 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2029 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1966 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3967 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 132 L |
