1988 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2006 Porsche 911
To start off, 2006 Porsche 911 is newer by 18 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (414 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Porsche 911 weights approximately 15 kg more than 1988 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, 2006 Porsche 911 (560 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Jensen Interceptor | 2006 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Jensen | Porsche |
| Model | Interceptor | 911 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 3589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 414 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2360 mm |
