1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2006 Lancia Thesis
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 37 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 131 more horse power than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (148 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2006 Lancia Thesis. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 35 kg more than 2006 Lancia Thesis. 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 282 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lancia Thesis. (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lancia Thesis.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 2006 Lancia Thesis | |
| Make | Jensen | Lancia |
| Model | Interceptor | Thesis |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2387 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 90.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2810 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 75 L |
