1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL
To start off, 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL is newer by 31 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 89 more horse power than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (190 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL weights approximately 8 kg more than 1967 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL. (270 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Interceptor | SL |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2797 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 270 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 73.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 80 L |
