1979 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1979 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 394 kg more than 1979 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1972 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1972 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Bitter SC | 1972 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bitter | Jensen |
| Model | SC | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2680 mm |
