1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 42 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, 2010 Porsche 911 (500 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 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 105 kg more than 2010 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 2010 Porsche 911 (650 Nm @ 1950 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 911 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 500 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 650 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1645 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4478 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
