1974 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 Lincoln Town Car
To start off, 2011 Lincoln Town Car is newer by 37 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, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. (239 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lincoln Town Car weights approximately 221 kg more than 1974 Jensen Interceptor.
Let's talk about torque, 1974 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Lincoln Town Car. (389 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Lincoln Town Car.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 Lincoln Town Car | |
| Make | Jensen | Lincoln |
| Model | Interceptor | Town Car |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 239 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 389 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1971 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5471 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1994 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1499 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2990 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 72 L |
