1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159
To start off, 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 is newer by 44 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 72 more horse power than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (207 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 weights approximately 20 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159. (401 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Alfa Romeo 159.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Alfa Romeo 159 | |
| Make | Jensen | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Interceptor | 159 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 207 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1770 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 70 L |
