1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist
To start off, 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist is newer by 20 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 222 more horse power than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (57 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 800 kg more than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. 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 491 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist. (96 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jensen Interceptor | 1988 Wartburg 1.3 l Tourist | |
Make | Jensen | Wartburg |
Model | Interceptor | 1.3 l Tourist |
Year Released | 1968 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6275 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 96 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1650 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2460 mm |