1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 Lexus LS
To start off, 2010 Lexus LS 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, 2010 Lexus LS (380 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus LS weights approximately 111 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 59 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Lexus LS. (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Lexus LS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Jensen | Lexus |
| Model | Interceptor | LS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 380 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 497 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4100 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 | 1925 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1875 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2969 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 84 L |
