1986 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2011 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2011 Mini Cooper is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 2011 Mini Cooper. (121 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 2011 Mini Cooper. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 497 kg more than 2011 Mini Cooper. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 264 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mini Cooper. (154 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1986 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Jensen Interceptor | 2011 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Jensen | Mini |
| Model | Interceptor | Cooper |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 1600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 121 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 154 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1225 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 3724 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1684 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1415 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2466 mm |
