1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2001 Lexus GS
To start off, 2001 Lexus GS is newer by 30 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 75 more horse power than 2001 Lexus GS. (225 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2001 Lexus GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 154 kg more than 2001 Lexus GS. 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 258 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Lexus GS. (298 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Lexus GS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2001 Lexus GS | |
| Make | Jensen | Lexus |
| Model | Interceptor | GS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3001 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 217 km/hour | 230 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 75 L |
