1973 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE
To start off, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE is newer by 40 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, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE (488 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1973 Jensen Interceptor. (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE should accelerate faster than 1973 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE weights approximately 130 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 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE. (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Jensen Interceptor | 2013 Jaguar F-TYPE | |
| Make | Jensen | Jaguar |
| Model | Interceptor | F-TYPE |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7211 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 488 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 450 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1880 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4961 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2053 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2909 mm |
