1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1972 AC 428
To start off, 1972 AC 428 is newer by 5 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 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 318 kg more than 1972 AC 428.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1972 AC 428 | |
| Make | Jensen | AC |
| Model | Interceptor | 428 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1434 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
