1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Chevrolet Express
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Express is newer by 41 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, 2012 Chevrolet Express (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 746 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 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chevrolet Express. (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chevrolet Express.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Chevrolet Express | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Interceptor | Express |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 2560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 117 L |
