1968 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1986 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1986 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (429 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1986 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1986 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 262 kg more than 1968 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Chevrolet Corvette (635 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1968 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Chevrolet Corvette | 1986 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jensen |
| Model | Corvette | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 429 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 635 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1722 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2680 mm |
