1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 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 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (409 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 364 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (405 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 409 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 405 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 76.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1386 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 89 L |
