1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375
To start off, 1971 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (310 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 64 kg more than 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375.
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, 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 (651 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1970 Monteverdi High Speed 375 | |
Make | Jensen | Monteverdi |
Model | Interceptor | High Speed 375 |
Year Released | 1971 | 1970 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 7206 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 310 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 651 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 109.7 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 95.3 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 240 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1750 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 125 L |