1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2000 Opel Omega
To start off, 2000 Opel Omega is newer by 32 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 137 more horse power than 2000 Opel Omega. (142 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2000 Opel Omega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 17 kg more than 2000 Opel Omega. 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 377 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Opel Omega. (210 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Opel Omega.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2000 Opel Omega | |
| Make | Jensen | Opel |
| Model | Interceptor | Omega |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 142 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 94.6 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1733 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2850 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
