1986 Bitter SC vs. 1971 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1986 Bitter SC is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,286 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (300 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1986 Bitter SC. (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1986 Bitter SC. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 214 kg more than 1986 Bitter SC. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1971 Jensen Interceptor (556 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 308 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Bitter SC. (248 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1971 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Bitter SC.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Bitter SC | 1971 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Bitter | Jensen |
| Model | SC | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 6286 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 556 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 8.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1814 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2670 mm |
