1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport
To start off, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is newer by 40 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, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport (375 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport weights approximately 675 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.
Because 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport will offer significantly more control. 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 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport. (508 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 Land Rover Range Rover Sport | |
Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
Model | Interceptor | Range Rover Sport |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 375 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 556 Nm | 508 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2489 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4783 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1933 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2743 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 88 L |