1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1998 Jensen CV-8
To start off, 1998 Jensen CV-8 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jensen CV-8 (325 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jensen CV-8 should accelerate faster than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 470 kg more than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Jensen Interceptor (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Jensen CV-8. (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1988 Jensen Interceptor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Jensen CV-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 1998 Jensen CV-8 | |
| Make | Jensen | Jensen |
| Model | Interceptor | CV-8 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4601 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 325 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2410 mm |
