1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2002 TVR Speed 12
To start off, 2002 TVR Speed 12 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2002 TVR Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (790 HP @ 7750 RPM) has 511 more horse power than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 TVR Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 748 kg more than 2002 TVR Speed 12.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 TVR Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2002 TVR Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 2002 TVR Speed 12 | |
| Make | Jensen | TVR |
| Model | Interceptor | Speed 12 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 7730 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 790 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 7750 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 881 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4310 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1970 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1110 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 57 L |
