1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2003 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 2003 Pontiac GTO 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 Pontiac GTO (350 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 124 kg more than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Pontiac GTO. (495 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Pontiac GTO.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2003 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Jensen | Pontiac |
| Model | Interceptor | GTO |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5665 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1690 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 70 L |
