1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1986 Peugeot 505
To start off, 1986 Peugeot 505 is newer by 15 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 130 more horse power than 1986 Peugeot 505. (170 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1986 Peugeot 505. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 483 kg more than 1986 Peugeot 505. 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 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Peugeot 505. (235 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Peugeot 505.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1986 Peugeot 505 | |
| Make | Jensen | Peugeot |
| Model | Interceptor | 505 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2849 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 73 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1331 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
