1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 42 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 39 more horse power than 2011 Lotus Exige. (240 HP @ 8000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2011 Lotus Exige. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 808 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige. 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 358 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lotus Exige. (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Jensen | Lotus |
| Model | Interceptor | Exige |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 942 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2299 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 44 L |
