1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Land Rover Discovery
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Land Rover Discovery (295 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1973 Jensen Interceptor. (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1973 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 954 kg more than 1973 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, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Land Rover Discovery. (425 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Land Rover Discovery.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Land Rover Discovery | |
| Make | Jensen | Land Rover |
| Model | Interceptor | Discovery |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7211 cc | 4394 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 295 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 425 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 2704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1920 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 86 L |
