1967 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Porsche 911
To start off, 2013 Porsche 911 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, 2013 Porsche 911 (523 HP @ 6750 RPM) has 244 more horse power than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 164 kg more than 2013 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Porsche 911 (700 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 911 |
| Year Released | 1967 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 523 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6750 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 700 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.8 : 1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1588 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4477 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
