1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1968 Opel Olympia
To start off, 1968 Opel Olympia is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor 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 220 more horse power than 1968 Opel Olympia. (59 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel Olympia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 972 kg more than 1968 Opel Olympia. 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 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel Olympia. (86 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel Olympia.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1968 Opel Olympia | |
Make | Jensen | Opel |
Model | Interceptor | Olympia |
Year Released | 1967 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1078 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 86 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 61 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4190 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |