1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera
To start off, 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera is newer by 7 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 196 more horse power than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (83 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 852 kg more than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. 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 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera. (108 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1974 Matra-Simca Bagheera | |
| Make | Jensen | Matra-Simca |
| Model | Interceptor | Bagheera |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 83 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 76.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 70 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2380 mm |
