1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 45 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, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (424 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 228 kg more than 2013 Chevrolet Corvette.
Let's talk about torque, 2013 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Interceptor | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6275 cc | 6200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 424 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 104 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1236 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2685 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 68 L |
