1979 Citroen CX vs. 1973 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1979 Citroen CX is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 7,211 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (280 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Citroen CX. (107 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1979 Citroen CX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 515 kg more than 1979 Citroen CX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1973 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 420 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Citroen CX. (167 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 1973 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Citroen CX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Citroen CX | 1973 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | CX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 7211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 280 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
