1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1969 Porsche 914
To start off, 1969 Porsche 914 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1969 Porsche 914. (101 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1969 Porsche 914. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 790 kg more than 1969 Porsche 914. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 430 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Porsche 914. (157 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Porsche 914.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 1969 Porsche 914 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 914 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 1971 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 71 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |
