1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2012 Ford Falcon
To start off, 2012 Ford Falcon 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, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2012 Ford Falcon. (261 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 110 kg more than 2012 Ford Falcon. 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 165 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Falcon. (391 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2012 Ford Falcon | |
| Make | Jensen | Ford |
| Model | Interceptor | Falcon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6286 cc | 3983 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 391 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 92.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 99.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1814 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4967 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1868 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1433 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2838 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 68 L |
