1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1961 Sunbeam Alpine
To start off, 1967 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Sunbeam Alpine would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (80 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 757 kg more than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 460 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine. (127 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Sunbeam Alpine.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1961 Sunbeam Alpine | |
| Make | Jensen | Sunbeam |
| Model | Interceptor | Alpine |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1592 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 80 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 81.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.1:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2190 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 40 L |
