1989 Jensen Interceptor vs. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph
To start off, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph is newer by 12 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (318 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. (242 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph should accelerate faster than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph weights approximately 580 kg more than 1989 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, 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph (489 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Jensen Interceptor. (418 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Jensen Interceptor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jensen Interceptor | 2001 Rolls-Royce Silver Seraph | |
| Make | Jensen | Rolls-Royce |
| Model | Interceptor | Silver Seraph |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5898 cc | 5377 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 318 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 418 Nm | 489 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 2300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 5400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 3070 mm |
