1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1997 Chevrolet Camaro
To start off, 1997 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,206 cc (8 cylinders), 1975 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (190 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 379 kg more than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Jensen Interceptor (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro. (305 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 1997 Chevrolet Camaro | |
| Make | Jensen | Chevrolet |
| Model | Interceptor | Camaro |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1997 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 3789 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 190 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1590 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2570 mm |
