1970 Ford Falcon vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1970 Ford Falcon is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1970 Ford Falcon. (217 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1967 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 317 kg more than 1970 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford Falcon. (408 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Falcon | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ford | Jensen |
| Model | Falcon | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2680 mm |
