1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2009 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 38 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 132 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (168 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mercedes-Benz E weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1971 Jensen Interceptor.
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 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E. (401 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Interceptor | E |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 2148 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 401 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 88.3 mm |
| 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 | 2830 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |
