1988 Ferrari 412 GT vs. 1967 Jensen Interceptor
To start off, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 6,276 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT (340 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. (279 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ferrari 412 GT should accelerate faster than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ferrari 412 GT weights approximately 133 kg more than 1967 Jensen Interceptor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1967 Jensen Interceptor (587 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ferrari 412 GT. (451 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1967 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ferrari 412 GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ferrari 412 GT | 1967 Jensen Interceptor | |
| Make | Ferrari | Jensen |
| Model | 412 GT | Interceptor |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 6276 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 279 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 451 Nm | 587 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.1 mm | 108 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 85.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1885 kg | 1752 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 120 L | 72 L |
