1987 Citroen BX vs. 1968 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1987 Citroen BX is newer by 19 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 6,275 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1987 Citroen BX. (62 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1987 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 860 kg more than 1987 Citroen BX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 477 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1968 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Citroen BX | 1968 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | BX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 6275 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 72 L |
