1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 39 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 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (325 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (295 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 874 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (576 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
Model | Interceptor | Discovery |
Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4394 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 325 HP | 295 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 576 Nm | 425 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108.1 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1830 kg | 2704 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2890 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |