1971 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Cadillac ATS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac ATS is newer by 42 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 6,284 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac ATS (317 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac ATS should accelerate faster than 1971 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 403 kg more than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Cadillac ATS. (373 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Cadillac ATS.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Cadillac ATS | |
| Make | Jensen | Cadillac |
| Model | Interceptor | ATS |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6284 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 556 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 108 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.9 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 11.5 |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1973 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4643 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 61 L |
