1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2010 Mercury Milan
To start off, 2010 Mercury Milan 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 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 2010 Mercury Milan. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2010 Mercury Milan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 226 kg more than 2010 Mercury Milan. 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 354 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mercury Milan. (233 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mercury Milan.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2010 Mercury Milan | |
| Make | Jensen | Mercury |
| Model | Interceptor | Milan |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 175 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 233 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1752 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4801 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1834 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1445 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2728 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 66 L |
