1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 Dodge Charger
To start off, 2010 Dodge Charger is newer by 39 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 50 more horse power than 2010 Dodge Charger. (250 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2010 Dodge Charger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 98 kg more than 2010 Dodge Charger. 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 217 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Dodge Charger. (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Dodge Charger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 Dodge Charger | |
| Make | Jensen | Dodge |
| Model | Interceptor | Charger |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| 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 | 1716 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5083 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1478 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3048 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
