1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 37 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte weights approximately 176 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.
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 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte. (460 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | Interceptor | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 460 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.1:1 |
| 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 | 1990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 90 L |
