1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500
To start off, 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 is newer by 14 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 55 more horse power than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (245 HP @ 4750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 206 kg more than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500. (399 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500 | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Interceptor | 500 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4973 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 245 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 399 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 96.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 216 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1608 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2460 mm |
