1976 Ferrari 400 vs. 1987 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1987 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ferrari 400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ferrari 400 would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Ferrari 400 (340 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1987 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Ferrari 400 should accelerate faster than 1987 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Ferrari 400 weights approximately 176 kg more than 1987 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, 1976 Ferrari 400 (422 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1976 Ferrari 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ferrari 400 | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 400 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4823 cc | 5896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 422 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2680 mm |
