1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 4 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 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (266 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 365 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Jensen | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Interceptor | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 104.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 108 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3110 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 91 L |
