1968 AMC AMX vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1972 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 373 kg more than 1968 AMC AMX.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 AMC AMX. (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 AMC AMX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AMC | Jensen |
| Model | AMX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2680 mm |
