1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2003 Noble M12
To start off, 2003 Noble M12 is newer by 32 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, 2003 Noble M12 (335 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Noble M12 should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 764 kg more than 2003 Noble M12.
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 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Noble M12. (485 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Noble M12. 1971 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 2003 Noble M12 has manual transmission. 2003 Noble M12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2003 Noble M12 | |
| Make | Jensen | Noble |
| Model | Interceptor | M12 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2966 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 335 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 485 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2440 mm |
