1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2005 Porsche 996
To start off, 2005 Porsche 996 is newer by 36 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Porsche 996 (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Porsche 996 should accelerate faster than 1969 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 230 kg more than 2005 Porsche 996.
Let's talk about torque, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Porsche 996. (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Porsche 996.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Porsche 996 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 996 |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 82.8 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 64 L |
