1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Mazda 3
To start off, 2013 Mazda 3 is newer by 46 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 133 more horse power than 2013 Mazda 3. (146 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda 3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 452 kg more than 2013 Mazda 3. 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 387 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda 3. (200 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda 3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Mazda 3 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mazda |
| Model | Interceptor | 3 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4595 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 55 L |
