1987 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1968 Toyota 2000GT
To start off, 1987 Jensen Interceptor is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota 2000GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota 2000GT would be higher. At 5,896 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (150 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 595 kg more than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota 2000GT. (175 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1987 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota 2000GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Jensen Interceptor | 1968 Toyota 2000GT | |
| Make | Jensen | Toyota |
| Model | Interceptor | 2000GT |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5896 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 175 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1170 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2340 mm |
