1974 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1949 Tatra T600
To start off, 1974 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Tatra T600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Tatra T600 would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 228 more horse power than 1949 Tatra T600. (51 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1949 Tatra T600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 580 kg more than 1949 Tatra T600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 469 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Tatra T600. (118 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Tatra T600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Jensen Interceptor | 1949 Tatra T600 | |
| Make | Jensen | Tatra |
| Model | Interceptor | T600 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 1951 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 51 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1170 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
