1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco is newer by 36 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, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (138 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 452 kg more than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 267 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco. (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Interceptor | 2009 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
| Make | Jensen | Volkswagen |
| Model | Interceptor | Scirocco |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7211 cc | 1968 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1298 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4256 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1404 mm |
