1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz A is newer by 45 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 171 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz A weights approximately 1078 kg more than 1967 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 337 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A. (250 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Interceptor | A |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
