1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Lexus LFA
To start off, 2012 Lexus LFA 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 Lexus LFA (552 HP @ 8700 RPM) has 273 more horse power than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Lexus LFA should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 270 kg more than 2012 Lexus LFA.
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 108 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Lexus LFA. (479 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Lexus LFA.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Lexus LFA | |
| Make | Jensen | Lexus |
| Model | Interceptor | LFA |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 10 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 552 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8700 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 479 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4506 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1219 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2606 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 73 L |
