1968 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 430 kg more than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 226 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Porsche Boxter. (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Porsche Boxter.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | Boxter |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 77 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2475 mm |
