1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2005 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2005 Subaru Forester 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, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Forester. (123 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 310 kg more than 2005 Subaru Forester. 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 404 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Forester. (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 2005 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jensen | Subaru |
| Model | Interceptor | Forester |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 60 L |
