1983 Bentley Mulsanne vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,750 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Bentley Mulsanne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (320 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne should accelerate faster than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Bentley Mulsanne weights approximately 660 kg more than 1968 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, 1983 Bentley Mulsanne (617 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jensen Interceptor. (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1983 Bentley Mulsanne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Bentley Mulsanne | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bentley | Jensen |
| Model | Mulsanne | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6750 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 617 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 99.1 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2410 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 108 L | 72 L |
