1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2003 Xedos 9
To start off, 2003 Xedos 9 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 139 more horse power than 2003 Xedos 9. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2003 Xedos 9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 229 kg more than 2003 Xedos 9. 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 (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 344 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Xedos 9. (212 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Xedos 9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2003 Xedos 9 | |
| Make | Jensen | Xedos |
| Model | Interceptor | 9 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2495 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 212 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2760 mm |
