1976 Bitter Diplomat vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bitter Diplomat. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bitter Diplomat would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. (228 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 40 kg more than 1976 Bitter Diplomat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Bitter Diplomat (419 Nm @ 3100 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Bitter Diplomat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bitter Diplomat | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bitter | Jensen |
| Model | Diplomat | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 419 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3100 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1680 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
