1987 Jaguar XJS vs. 1987 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, both 1987 Jaguar XJS and 1987 Jensen Interceptor were released in the same year (1987). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 138 kg more than 1987 Jaguar XJS.
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. 1987 Jensen Interceptor has automatic transmission and 1987 Jaguar XJS has manual transmission. 1987 Jaguar XJS will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1987 Jensen Interceptor will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jaguar XJS | 1987 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Jaguar | Jensen |
| Model | XJS | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3588 cc | 5898 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 101.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1768 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2670 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 91 L |
