1988 Citroen BX vs. 1969 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Citroen BX is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (279 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 208 more horse power than 1988 Citroen BX. (71 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Jensen Interceptor should accelerate faster than 1988 Citroen BX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 820 kg more than 1988 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, 1969 Jensen Interceptor (588 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Citroen BX. (110 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1969 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Citroen BX.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Citroen BX | 1969 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Citroen | Jensen |
| Model | BX | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 588 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 77 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 66 L | 72 L |
