1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2006 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 35 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 330 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. 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 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2006 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 2082 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2550 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |
