1975 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 Bugatti Veyron
To start off, 2011 Bugatti Veyron is newer by 36 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 7,993 cc (16 cylinders), 2011 Bugatti Veyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (987 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 708 more horse power than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Bugatti Veyron should accelerate faster than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Bugatti Veyron weights approximately 137 kg more than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Bugatti Veyron (1,250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 663 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2011 Bugatti Veyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 Bugatti Veyron | |
| Make | Jensen | Bugatti |
| Model | Interceptor | Veyron |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 6276 cc | 7993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 279 HP | 987 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 587 Nm | 1250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 1887 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2710 mm |
