1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1967 Mercury Comet
To start off, 1969 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Mercury Comet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Mercury Comet would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 160 more horse power than 1967 Mercury Comet. (119 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1967 Mercury Comet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 350 kg more than 1967 Mercury Comet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Mercury Comet. (258 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Mercury Comet.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Jensen Interceptor | 1967 Mercury Comet | |
Make | Jensen | Mercury |
Model | Interceptor | Comet |
Year Released | 1969 | 1967 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3279 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 279 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 588 Nm | 258 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 103 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2950 mm |