1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 11 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 102 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 394 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC. 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 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 1979 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Jensen | Bitter |
| Model | Interceptor | SC |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 69.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
