1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1976 Volkswagen SP2
To start off, 1976 Volkswagen SP2 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 225 more horse power than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 924 kg more than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. 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 (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 435 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Volkswagen SP2. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Volkswagen SP2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1976 Volkswagen SP2 | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | SP2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1679 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1160 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2410 mm |
