1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2003 Porsche 996
To start off, 2003 Porsche 996 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 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 347 kg more than 2003 Porsche 996.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 2003 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 996 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
