1972 Jaguar Sovereign vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jaguar Sovereign should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jaguar Sovereign weights approximately 180 kg more than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign. (433 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jaguar Sovereign.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jaguar Sovereign | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | Sovereign | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 433 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2680 mm |
