1974 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2007 Porsche 911
To start off, 2007 Porsche 911 is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1974 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1974 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 215 kg more than 2007 Porsche 911.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Porsche 911. (400 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Porsche 911.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Jensen Interceptor | 2007 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 911 |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 3824 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1535 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 67 L |
