1966 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 47 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 902 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.
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 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Ford Expedition. (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1966 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Ford Expedition.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Jensen | Ford |
| Model | Interceptor | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 105 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 106 L |
