1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1981 ZIL 4104
To start off, 1981 ZIL 4104 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 7,691 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 ZIL 4104 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 ZIL 4104 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 ZIL 4104 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 ZIL 4104 weights approximately 1583 kg more than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 ZIL 4104 (608 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1981 ZIL 4104 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1981 ZIL 4104 | |
| Make | Jensen | ZIL |
| Model | Interceptor | 4104 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 7691 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 608 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 3335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3340 mm |
