1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2008 Maserati Quattroporte
To start off, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte is newer by 33 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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (395 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (215 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 37 kg more than 2008 Maserati Quattroporte.
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, 2008 Maserati Quattroporte (451 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (448 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Maserati Quattroporte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 2008 Maserati Quattroporte | |
| Make | Jensen | Maserati |
| Model | Interceptor | Quattroporte |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7206 cc | 4244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 448 Nm | 451 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.8 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 79.8 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 11.1:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1969 kg | 1932 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 3070 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 90 L |
