1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280
To start off, both 1973 Jensen Interceptor and 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (160 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 250 kg more than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 363 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280. (224 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Jensen Interceptor | 1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 | |
Make | Jensen | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Interceptor | 280 |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7211 cc | 2778 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 280 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 587 Nm | 224 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1500 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 82 L |