1972 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1985 Maserati 420
To start off, 1985 Maserati 420 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (284 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1985 Maserati 420. (197 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1985 Maserati 420. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 636 kg more than 1985 Maserati 420. 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, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Maserati 420. (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Maserati 420.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Interceptor | 1985 Maserati 420 | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | Interceptor | 420 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2610 mm |
