1989 Jensen Interceptor vs. 1996 TVR Cerbera
To start off, 1996 TVR Cerbera is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jensen Interceptor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jensen Interceptor would be higher. At 5,898 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Jensen Interceptor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 TVR Cerbera (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 104 more horse power than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 TVR Cerbera should accelerate faster than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jensen Interceptor weights approximately 592 kg more than 1996 TVR Cerbera.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 TVR Cerbera (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 TVR Cerbera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jensen Interceptor | 1996 TVR Cerbera | |
| Make | Jensen | TVR |
| Model | Interceptor | Cerbera |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 4185 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 346 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1128 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2580 mm |
