1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1997 Rover 600
To start off, 1997 Rover 600 is newer by 26 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1997 Rover 600. (120 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1997 Rover 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 492 kg more than 1997 Rover 600. 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 (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Rover 600. (160 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Rover 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 1997 Rover 600 | |
| Make | Jensen | Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | 600 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1769 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 160 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1260 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2730 mm |
