1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2003 Jensen SV-8
To start off, 2003 Jensen SV-8 is newer by 36 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, 2003 Jensen SV-8 (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jensen SV-8 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 452 kg more than 2003 Jensen SV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 148 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Jensen SV-8. (439 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Jensen SV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 2003 Jensen SV-8 | |
| Make | Jensen | Jensen |
| Model | Interceptor | SV-8 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 321 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 439 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
