1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 is newer by 41 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 52 more horse power than 2008 Volvo V50. (227 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo V50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 91 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Volvo V50. (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Volvo V50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 2008 Volvo V50 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volvo |
| Model | Interceptor | V50 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2521 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 227 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1661 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
