1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1981 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1981 Peugeot 505 is newer by 14 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 173 more horse power than 1981 Peugeot 505. (106 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1981 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 452 kg more than 1981 Peugeot 505. 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 426 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Peugeot 505. (161 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1981 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Interceptor | 505 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1969 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 81 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2910 mm |
