1971 Chrysler Charger vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, both 1971 Chrysler Charger and 1971 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1971). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1971 Chrysler Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 392 kg more than 1971 Chrysler Charger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Chrysler Charger. (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Chrysler Charger.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Chrysler Charger | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
Make | Chrysler | Jensen |
Model | Charger | Interceptor |
Year Released | 1971 | 1971 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3523 cc | 6276 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 139 HP | 279 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 272 Nm | 587 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1752 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1760 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2680 mm |