1972 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2007 Nissan Titan is newer by 35 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (317 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (284 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Titan weights approximately 467 kg more than 1972 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, 2007 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Jensen Interceptor. (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Jensen | Nissan |
| Model | Interceptor | Titan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 284 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 6 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1818 kg | 2285 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 106 L |
