1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1994 Maserati Ghibli
To start off, 1994 Maserati Ghibli is newer by 23 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, 1994 Maserati Ghibli (302 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Maserati Ghibli should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 449 kg more than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Maserati Ghibli. (334 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Maserati Ghibli.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1994 Maserati Ghibli | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | Interceptor | Ghibli |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |
