1978 Bristol 412 vs. 1989 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1989 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Bristol 412. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Bristol 412 would be higher. Both 1978 Bristol 412 and 1989 Jensen Interceptor are equipped with a 5,898 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1978 Bristol 412. (171 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1978 Bristol 412. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 30 kg more than 1978 Bristol 412. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1989 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Bristol 412. (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1989 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Bristol 412.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Bristol 412 | 1989 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bristol | Jensen |
| Model | 412 | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2680 mm |
