1969 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2012 Mini Cooper is newer by 43 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 98 more horse power than 2012 Mini Cooper. (181 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2012 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 455 kg more than 2012 Mini Cooper. 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 348 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mini Cooper. (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Jensen | Mini |
| Model | Interceptor | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 181 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 588 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3729 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2466 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 50 L |
