1985 AC Cobra vs. 1994 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1994 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 AC Cobra would be higher. At 5,897 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 AC Cobra (320 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1994 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1994 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 545 kg more than 1985 AC Cobra.
Let's talk about torque, 1985 AC Cobra (522 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1985 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 AC Cobra | 1994 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | AC | Jensen |
| Model | Cobra | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 5897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 522 Nm | 418 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1175 kg | 1720 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2680 mm |
