1970 AMC Gremlin vs. 1949 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1970 AMC Gremlin is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 3,990 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (130 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 AMC Gremlin. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 332 kg more than 1970 AMC Gremlin. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1949 Jensen Interceptor (288 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 AMC Gremlin. (251 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1949 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 AMC Gremlin.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 AMC Gremlin | 1949 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AMC | Jensen |
| Model | Gremlin | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3800 cc | 3990 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3700 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 288 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95.3 mm | 87.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.9 mm | 111.1 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 6.8:1 |
| Top Speed | 162 km/hour | 164 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1167 kg | 1499 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 59 L |
